Introduction to Clinical Pharmacology, 11th Edition
Learn the principles of pharmacology and administer drugs safely! Introduction to Clinical Pharmacology, 11th Edition provides the essential information that LPNs and vocational nurses need to administer medications in all practice settings. It shows how drugs and drug classes work, so you can understand why drugs are given and evaluate the expected response as well as side effects and adverse effects. In each drug category, an overview of the nursing process outlines the nurse's role when administering drugs. This edition includes a new Drugs for Cancer Treatment chapter and Get Ready for the Next Generation NCLEX® Examination! case studies and questions to help you prepare for the newest version of the NCLEX exam. Written by an experienced team of authors led by Dr. Constance G. Visovsky, this book is the only pharmacology text designed specifically for LPN/LVNs.
New to this edition
- NEW! Drugs for Cancer Treatment chapter is added to this edition.
- NEW! Expanded and refocused chapters include Drugs for Reproductive Health, Drugs for Thyroid and Adrenal Problems, and Drugs for Osteoporosis.
- NEW! High Alert Drugs boxes are added.
- NEW! Updated and newly approved pharmaceutical treatments and drugs prepare students for practice, covering only the drugs and drug categories that apply to the LPN/LVN role.
- NEW! Answer key includes end-of-chapter questions, including answers to questions for the Next Generation NCLEX® (NGN) exam.
Key Features
- Ideal scope of content and readability for LPN/LVN programs provides illustrated, need-to-know pharmacology information, and includes a new Drugs for Cancer Treatment chapter.
- A focus on drug categories helps you understand the actions and uses of drug classes and provides a framework for safe, effective practice as new drugs are introduced to the market.
- Rationales accompany nursing actions, helping you understand why actions or precautions are necessary and to better communicate directions to patients and their families.
- Safety Alert boxes and Black Box Warnings highlight important nursing considerations for safe medication administration and monitoring.
- Lifespan Considerations boxes draw attention to information that is especially important when giving a specific drug to older adults, children, or pregnant/lactating women.
- Get Ready for the Next Generation NCLEX® Examination! section includes key points, review questions, and case studies with critical thinking questions to prepare you for the pharmacology questions on the NCLEX-PN® Exam.
- Top Tips for Safety and Memory Jogger features help you remember key information.
- Online video clips on medication administration procedures provide you with a visual reference for safe drug administration.
- Key terms include definitions and page references to help you improve terminology and language skills before you enter clinical practice.
Author Information
By Constance G Visovsky, PhD, RN, ACNP-BC, FAAN, Professor and Lewis & Leona Hughes Endowed Chair in Nursing Science, College of Nursing, University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida; Cheryl H. Zambroski, PhD, RN, Associate Professor, College of Nursing, University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida and Shirley M. Hosler, RN, BSN, MSN, Adjunct Faculty, Santa Fe Community College, Santa Fe, New Mexico
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Introduction to Clinical Pharmacology, 11th Edition' is a comprehensive textbook that introduces readers to the exciting world of clinical pharmacology. This textbook is aimed at medical students, pharmacy and other health professions, as well as to medical professionals who need a basic foundation in pharmacology.
The content of the textbook is organized into different chapters that cover different aspects of clinical pharmacology. It begins with an overview of pharmacological principles and concepts, including pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, pharmacogenetics and pharmacotherapy. Subsequent chapters detail research in neuropharmacology, cardiovascular pharmacology, gastrointestinal pharmacology, antibiotic therapy, anticancer therapy, and more.
One of the key highlights of the textbook is the inclusion of practical scenarios and clinical cases that illustrate the real practice of clinical pharmacology. These scenarios not only help to better understand the theoretical concepts, but also provide valuable lessons for the application of pharmacotherapy in practice.
In addition, "Introduction to Clinical Pharmacology, 11th Edition" offers extensive information on the different groups of drugs, including mechanisms of action, indications, contraindications, side effects, and interactions with other drugs. This comprehensive review of drugs is essential to understanding their use and effectiveness in clinical practice.
An important aspect of the textbook is its up-to-dateness. The editors and authors regularly review and update the information to ensure that readers receive the latest and most accurate data in the field of clinical pharmacology.
"Introduction to Clinical Pharmacology, 11th Edition" is an indispensable source of knowledge for students of medicine, pharmacy and other health professions, as well as for medical professionals who need a basic knowledge of pharmacology. It combines up-to-date theory with practical guidance and provides a comprehensive and accessible source of information for anyone interested in clinical pharmacology.
