Comprehensive yet easy to read, Pharmacology: Principles and
Applications, 3rd Edition introduces you to basic pharmacology,
showing how to apply principles to the kinds of clinical situations you
will encounter on the job. You'll learn how different drugs work in the
body, how to calculate drug dosages, drug administration routes and
procedures, the medications related to disorders in each body system,
and much more. Written by expert authors Eugenia M. Fulcher, Robert M.
Fulcher, and Cathy Dubeansky Soto, Pharmacology ensures that you
master all of the pharmacology competencies required by CAAHEP and
ABHES. In the book and on a companion Evolve website, a variety of
exercises helps you strengthen your skills in math, dosage calculation,
and critical thinking.
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Practical coverage of basic pharmacology provides a thorough
understanding of the medications most commonly used in ambulatory and
inpatient settings.
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A real-life Scenario starts each chapter with thought-provoking
questions to consider as you progress through the material.
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Procedures boxes provide step-by-step guidance for drug
calculation and administration, accompanied by numerous illustrations
and icons that identify OSHA-mandated protocols.
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Common Signs & Symptoms of Diseases and Common Side Effects of
Medications lists in each body system chapter help you distinguish
between disease progression and medication reactions.
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Body systems icons highlight the ways that specific drugs affect a
particular body system.
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Chapter objectives and key words at the beginning of each chapter
help you focus your study efforts.
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Check Your Understanding math review sections enable you to
assess your knowledge of application and calculation concepts.
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Critical Thinking exercises challenge you to apply what you've
learned to a variety of realistic situations.
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Important Facts and Clinical Tips boxes in each chapter
highlight the key concepts for practice.
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Patient Education for Compliance boxes help you communicate more
effectively with patients about possible side effects or adverse
reactions.
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Summary tables are more concise and easier to follow.
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New calculations exercises and quizzes are included on the
companion Evolve website.
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Expanded math and drug calculation sections in the workbook
supplement the textbook with additional exercises for practice with
math and dosage calculations. Available separately.
