Principles of Pharmacology for Medical Assisting
PRINCIPLES OF PHARMACOLOGY FOR MEDICAL ASSISTING, 5E provides a comprehensive introduction to pharmacology for medical assistants and other allied health professionals. Beginning with a mathematics review, math concepts are presented in a clear and concise manner with step-by-step explanations and many examples, followed by practice problems for immediate reinforcement. Once mastered, learn about adult and pediatric dosage calculations, as well as current and commonly used practices,...
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PRINCIPLES OF PHARMACOLOGY FOR MEDICAL ASSISTING, 5E provides a comprehensive introduction to pharmacology for medical assistants and other allied health professionals. Beginning with a mathematics review, math concepts are presented in a clear and concise manner with step-by-step explanations and many examples, followed by practice problems for immediate reinforcement. Once mastered, learn about adult and pediatric dosage calculations, as well as current and commonly used practices, procedures, medications, and drug preparations in today's medical office.
Unit 1Numerals and fractions3Unit 2Decimal fractions17Unit 3Ratio and proportion35Unit 4The metric system42Unit 5Household measures53Unit 6Temperature equivalents59Unit 7Calculating adult dosages : oral and parenteral forms63Unit 8Calculating children's dosages73Unit 9Drug sources, schedules, and dosages83Unit 10Forms of drugs and how they act101Unit 11The medication order114Unit 12Medication administration essentials125Unit 13Administration of nonparenteral medications139Unit 14Parenteral equipment and supplies165Unit 15Administration of parenteral medications199Unit 16Allergy : an overview225Unit 17Antibiotic agents239Unit 18Antifungal, antiviral, and immunizing agents270Unit 19Antineoplastic agents297Unit 20Vitamins and minerals317Unit 21Psychotropic agents336Unit 22Substance abuse363Unit 23Medications used for musculoskeletal system disorders385Unit 24Medications used for gastrointestinal system disorders407Unit 25Medications used for circulatory system disorders429Unit 26Medications that affect the respiratory system460Unit 27Diuretics and medications used for urinary system disorders487Unit 28Medications used in treatment of endocrine disorders511Unit 29Medications that affect the nervous system535Unit 30Medications that affect the reproductive system564
\ From the PublisherDiana Kendrick, RMA (AMT), RN.Griffin Technical College, Griffin, GA, Medical Assisting Instructor."[Jane] Rice always brings new and up-dated information to her books. I never fail to learn something new each time I read the book or lecture a chapter. Her attention to detail, knowledge of pharmacology, and passion for education is evident in Principals of Pharmacology for Medical Assisting."\ \
