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2 books in one!
- Pharmacology
- Dosage calculations

Save time and money with two books in one! Half pharmacology, half dosage calculations—plus an intensive yet accessible review of basic math!

Here’s the must-have information you need to gain a solid understanding of pharmacology and administer medications safely. A body systems approach to pharmacology with a basic math review and a focus on drug classifications prepare you for the clinical situations in which specific drugs are used.

Thoroughly updated and revised, the 2nd Edition of this worktext offers a consistent chapter structure that progresses from key terms and behavioral objectives through the chapter content to application and review exercises.

Plus, drug calculation activities on the BONUS CD-ROM help you overcome your fears and develop your skills.

Confidently handle your toughest challenges in any clinical setting with Pharmacology Clear & Simple, 2nd Edition!

• Basic math review to help you perform the calculations necessary to administer medications correctly.
• “Master the Essentials” tables covering side effects, precautions, contraindications, and interactions for each classification.
• Drug classification review tables reinforcing need-to-know information in each class
• Icons to help you quickly find what you need…
  • “Fast Tip” boxes offer quick facts and mnemonics.
  • “A Closer Look” boxes examine important information in detail.
• Check-up Questions throughout each chapter help you understand, retain, and apply the information.
• BONUS CD-ROM featuring drug calculation activities and math review.

1. Introduction to Pharmacology
   1. History of Pharmacology
   2. Basics of Pharmacology
   3. Patient Safety
   4. Regulations
   5. Prescriptions and Labels
2. Calculations
   6. Basic Review of Mathematics
   7. Measurement Systems
   8. Dosage Calculations
3. Administration of Medications
   9. Medication Forms and Routes
   10. Medication Administration
4. Classifications of Drugs
   11. Integumentary System Medications
   12. Musculoskeletal System Medications
   13. Nervous System Medications
   14. Eye and Ear Medications
   15. Endocrine System Medications
   16. Cardiovascular System Medications
   17. Immunologic System Medications
   18. Pulmonary System Medications
   19. Gastrointestinal System Medications
   20. Reproductive and Urinary System Medications
   21. Herbs, Vitamins, and Minerals

Appendices

1. Drug Classifications
2. Drug Classifications Index by Generic Name
3. Pregnancy Drug Categories and Controlled Substances Schedules
4. Routine Pediatric and Adult Immunizations
5. Administering Medications to Children

• NEW! Coverage of specific drugs to provide context for learning drug classifications.
• REVISED! All objectives for each chapter reviewed and aligned with CAAHEP and ABHES competencies.
• REVISED! Critical-thinking questions throughout each chapter with summary answers for each question at the end of the chapter.
• REVISED & EXPANDED! “Application Exercises” and “Review Questions” at the end of each chapter.
• ENHANCED! Key terms defined at the beginning of each chapter with references to where the terms are located in the chapter.
• ENHANCED! “Virtual Field Trips” sections throughout each chapter pinpointing key websites for further research.
• NEW! Introductory chapter—History of Pharmacology.