Introducing pharmacology for nursing and healthcare /

McFadden, R

Introducing pharmacology for nursing and healthcare / Roger McFadden - 2nd ed. - Harlow : Pearson Education, 2013 - xvii, 347 p. - Book

Let's start at basics: cells and how they work; Protein targets for drugs; Side-effects, interactions and pharmacokinetics; the cardiovascular system (1): drugs used in the management of coronary disease; the cardiovascular system (2): hypertension and antihypertensive drugs; pain and its management; disorders and drugs of the digestive system; disorders and drugs of the endocrine system; mental health and neurological disorders; cancer and anti-cancer drugs

This new edition of Introducing Pharmacology remains an accessible and relevant introduction for nursing and healthcare students who are new to pharmacology, as well anyone looking to refresh their knowledge of the subject. Focused and engaging, the text balances accessibility with depth. Coverage of anatomy and physiology as well as pathophysiology helps to relate the subject to practical realities and makes this text stand out.

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Pharmacology
Nursing
Drug Administration
Dosage
Prescriptions

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