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Workbook for Pharmacology for Pharmacy Technicians

  • 3 Edición - 1 de noviembre de 2018
  • Última edición
  • Autores: Kathy Moscou, Karen Snipe
  • Idioma: Inglés

Reinforce your comprehension of pharmacologic concepts with this hands-on workbook. Specially designed to parallel the material in Pharmacology for Pharmacy Technicians, 3rd Edit… Leer más

Descripción

Reinforce your comprehension of pharmacologic concepts with this hands-on workbook. Specially designed to parallel the material in Pharmacology for Pharmacy Technicians, 3rd Edition, this workbook provides in-depth study and review of the terminology, principles, and applications of pharmacology needed for certification and practice as a Pharmacy Technician. Its user-friendly format and engaging learning exercises include vocabulary quizzes, review questions, critical thinking exercises, research activities, and new case applications to help you build a solid foundation for pharmacy practice!

Puntos claves

  • Chapter-by-chapter correlation with textbook
    •  is ideal for in-class review or remediation.
  • Learning exercises include terms and definitions, multiple-choice, matching, true/false, critical thinking, and research activities to encourage higher-level application of content.
  • UPDATED! Drug information reflects the latest dosage and prescription guidelines.
  • Comprehensive, updated content is tailored to the needs of Pharmacy Technician education.

Índice

Unit I: Introduction to Pharmacology

1. Fundamentals of Pharmacology

2. Principles of Pharmacology

3. Pharmacodynamics

4. Drug Interactions and Medication Errors

Unit II: Drugs Affecting the Autonomic Nervous System and Central Nervous System

5. Treatment of Anxiety

6. Treatment of Depression

7. Treatment of Schizophrenia and Psychoses

8. Treatment of Alzheimer’s, Huntington’s and Parkinson’s Disease

9. Treatment of Seizure Disorders

10. Treatment of Pain and Migraine Headache

11. Treatment of Sleep Disorders and Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Unit III: Drugs Affecting the Musculoskeletal System

12. Neuromuscular Blockade and Muscle Spasms

13. Treatment of Gout, Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis

14. Treatment of Osteoporosis and Paget’s Disease of the Bone

Unit IV: Drugs Affecting the Ophthalmic and Otic Systems

15. Treatment of Diseases of the Eye

16. Treatment of Disorders of the Ear

Unit V: Drugs Affecting the Cardiovascular System

17. Treatment of Angina

18. Treatment of Hypertension

19. Treatment of Heart Disease and Stroke

20. Treatment of Arrhythmia

Unit VI: Drugs Affecting the Gastrointestinal System

21. Treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, Laryngopharyngeal Reflux, and Peptic Ulcer Disease

22. Treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Ulcerative Colitis, and Crohn’s Disease

Unit VII: Drugs Affecting the Respiratory System

23. Treatment of Asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

24. Treatment of Allergies

Unit VIII: Drugs Affecting the Endocrine System

25. Treatment of Thyroid Disorders

26. Treatment of Diabetes Mellitus

Unit IX: Drugs Affecting the Reproductive System

27. Drugs That Affect the Reproductive System

28. Treatment of Prostate Disease and Erectile Dysfunction

Unit X: Drugs Affecting the Immune System

29. Treatment of Bacterial Infections

30. Treatment of Viral Infections

31. Treatment of Cancers

32. Vaccines and Immunomodulators

Unit XI: Drugs Affecting the Integumentary System

33. Treatment of Fungal Infections

34. Treatment of Pressure Injuries and Burns

35. Treatment of Acne

36. Treatment of Eczema and Psoriasis

37. Treatment of Lice & Scabies

Detalles del producto

  • Edición: 3
  • Última edición
  • Publicado: 15 de noviembre de 2018
  • Idioma: Inglés

Sobre los autores

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Kathy Moscou

Dr. Kathy Moscou holds a PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences and Global Health from the University of Toronto, a master’s degree in Public Health / International Health, and a bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy from the University of Washington. She is a licensed pharmacist in Ontario, Canada, and Washington state. Her research in pharmacogovernance investigates the relationship between global institutions, state actors, and national health policy for post-market drug safety (pharmacovigilance). Her research also focuses on comparative health policy and models of governance that address equity in drug safety and foster healthy communities. Dr. Moscou has nearly 40 years of experience as a pharmacist and more than 10 years of experience teaching in pharmacology and specifically to pharmacy technician students; she is an adjunct professor in the Faculty of Health Sciences at Brock University in Ontario. Also a talented artist, she recently joined the faculty of The Ontario College of Art & Design University (OCAD U) as Assistant Professor.
Afiliaciones y experiencia
Research Affiliate, Centre for Aboriginal and Rural Education Studies, Brandon UniversityBrandon, Manitoba, CanadaFormer Director, Pharmacy Technician Program (1989-2006), North Seattle Community College, Vancouver, WA, USA

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Karen Snipe

Karen Snipe, CPhT, MA Ed, is the Student Liaison for the Division of Health Sciences at Trident Technical College in Charleston, South Carolina, where she served as an instructor and Pharmacy Technician program director for more than 20 years. Ms. Snipe worked in institutional pharmacy practice for a decade before pursuing a master’s degree in healthcare education. She has ben an active member of the Pharmacy Technician Educators Council (PTEC) for the last two decades and a member of the Pharmacy Technician Accreditation Commission (PTAC).
Afiliaciones y experiencia
Pharmacy Technician Program Coordinator, Department Head, Diagnostic and Imaging Services, Trident Technical College, Charleston, SC, USA