This second edition builds on the successful format of the first, integrating pharmacological science with nursing practice and drug management. A comprehensive, in-depth pharmacology text with revised sections on drugs acting on the central nervous system, pain control, ob/gyn, schizophrenia, and depression.

Pharmacology and Drug Management: For Health Care Professionals

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Downie MSc FRPharmS F(Hon)CPP, George

Mackenzie BA(Open) DipN(Lond), Jean

Williams OBE FRPharmS, Arthur

Nursing

Churchill/Livingstone

The third edition of this comprehensive, in-depth pharmacology book builds on the outstandingly successful formula of previous editions. It is written at a level suitable for degree and post-registration nurses and the more able diploma student. It provides a solid introduction the basic principles of pharmacology, as well as a full account of clinical pharmacology and the nurse's role in drug management. The authors have extensively reviewed and revised the text to reflect developments in pharmacology and clinical practice, include recently licensed drugs. A range of review activities is included in the form of scenarios and case histories with appropriate questions for each section or chapter.
<li>Clinical pharmacology is now linked more closely with the administration of medicines and patient care. </li>
<li>At a time when there is great awareness of the importance of patient safety and clinical governance, there is a highly relevant section on the causes and prevention of errors in the use of medicines. </li>
<li>Nurse prescribing is included and the section on the role of the community nurse has been expanded. </li>
<li>A chapter on the role of patients and carers has been included.</li>
<li>style, focus, breadth and depth revised to produce a more 'nurse-friendly' text</li>
<li>order of content changed to give the nurse's role a higher profile</li>
<li>scenarios and case histories help readers to review progress and understanding</li>
<li>revised text reflects recent developments in pharmacology and clinical practice (e.g. nurse prescribing), including newly licensed drugs</li>
<li>improved illustrations </li>
<li>Clinical pharmacology is now linked more closely with aspects of administration and patient care.</li>
<li>At a time when there is great awareness of the importance of patient safety and clinical governance, there is a highly relevant section on the causes and prevention of errors in the use of medicines. </li>
<li>Nurse prescribing is fully covered and the section on the role of the community nurse has been expanded. </li>
<li>A chapter on the role of the patient (and carer) has been included.</li>

Pharmacology and Medicines Management for Nurses

This title is directed primarily towards health care professionals outside of the United States. An understanding of medicines and their effects on patients remains a crucial area of nursing knowledge. This book provides a thorough foundation upon which nurses can build their clinical experience to achieve competence. It not only provides information on the actions of drugs on the body but also gives clear guidance on the practical aspects of medicines management in both hospital and community. Organisation of the text broadly follows the British National Formulary for ease of use.
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<li>Management of medicines linked to their therapeutic use</li>
<li>Medicine administration linked with relevant care of patients where possible</li>
<li>Basic principles of clinical pharmacology underpin the therapeutic chapters</li>
<li>A chapter on the role of patients and carers is included</li>
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<li>All content revised in the light of changes in drug therapy, clinical practice and medicines management including nurse prescribing</li>
<li>Key objectives for each chapter</li>
<li>Self-assessment exercises with answers</li>
<li>More detail relating to palliative care; nurse prescribing</li>
<li>A new section on Intensive Therapy</li>
<li>Totally redesigned in two colours with improved design and page layout, and better illustrations</li>
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Milne PhD BPharm MRPharmS, Caroline

This book is designed to help nurses make accurate drug calculations and improve patient safety. It is written in an accessible style to make learning as easy as possible. The simple, clear and friendly approach will be a major help to anyone who hates maths. Real examples from prescriptions and medicine labels are used to simulate actual practice and help make the link with the theory. The range of specialties covered makes the content relevant to all areas of nursing practice.Real-life examples taken from prescriptions and medicine labels will help nurses to relate the mathematical theory to everyday clinical practiceRevision of the underlying arithmetic ensures a solid basisA stepped approach allows readers to proceed at their own paceMore advanced material is included to suit a range of abilitiesNew ‘How to use this book’ sectionMore examples relating to renal, ITU, drug dosing, fluid balance and a wider range of examplesText restructured so less intimidating material is at the beginning e.g. molarity comes laterLevel of examples and exercises made clearer

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Pharmacology and Drug Management: For Health Care Professionals

Pharmacology and Medicines Management for Nurses

Pharmacology and Medicines Management for Nurses

Calculating Drug Doses Safely: A Handbook For Nurses and Midwives