Introducing Pharmacology: For Nursing and Healthcare Professionals

Introducing Pharmacology, 4th Edition, provides an accessible and engaging introduction to pharmacology for nursing and healthcare students, covering recently introduced drugs and the COVID pandemic. It includes clear explanations of how drugs work, underlying physiology and pathophysiology, common drug groups, case-studies, and 'Beyond the basics' features. New to this edition is a new chapter explaining how drugs are developed and undergo testing in clinical trials, an expanded chapter on pharmacokinetics, a new section on common skin complaints, post-menopausal problems, and updated content that reflects the latest guidelines and recently licensed drugs.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 470 pages
Publication date: 17 September 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Introducing Pharmacology, the fourth edition, is a comprehensive and engaging introduction to pharmacology tailored for nursing and healthcare students, as well as healthcare professionals seeking to refresh their knowledge in this essential field. This edition has been thoroughly updated to include recently introduced drugs and a brand-new chapter that guides readers through the process of drug development and clinical trials. Recognizing the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the book includes a review of vaccines and drugs used against SARS-CoV-2. The book offers clear explanations of how drugs work in the human body, covering the underlying physiology and pathophysiology necessary for understanding drug action. It provides comprehensive coverage of common drug groups that healthcare professionals are likely to encounter in practice, along with case studies that bridge pharmacological theory to clinical practice. Additionally, the book includes a "Beyond the Basics" feature that delves into the mechanism of action of key drugs, making it useful for students studying at a more advanced level. New to this edition is a chapter dedicated to the development and testing of drugs in clinical trials, including a section on critical analysis of clinical trials and a brief explanation of the statistics used to present trial data. The chapter on pharmacokinetics has been expanded to include the effects of renal and hepatic insufficiency on drug metabolism, as well as the emerging science of pharmacogenomics, which matches drugs to patients based on their individual genetics. A new section on common skin complaints, including psoriasis, eczema, and the drugs used to treat them, has also been added. Overall, Introducing Pharmacology, Fourth Edition, is an essential resource for anyone seeking a thorough understanding of pharmacology and its applications in healthcare.

Weight: 968g
Dimension: 174 x 244 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032598451
Edition number: 4 ed