Woodrow, Ruth. creator Colbert, Bruce J. Smith, David M. text xxu Clifton Park Delmar Cengage Learning 2011 6th ed. monographic eng

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xxxii, 586 p. : ill. (col.) ; 28 cm. Contents: Part 1: Introduction to pharmacologic principles: Consumer safety and drug regulations -- Drug names and references -- Sources and bodily effects of drugs -- Medication preparations and supplies -- Abbreviations and systems of measurement -- Safe dosage calculations -- Responsibilities and principles of drug administration -- Administration by the gastrointestinal route -- Administration by the parental route -- Poison Control -- Part 2: Drug classifications: Vitamins, minerals and herbs -- Skin medications -- Autonomic nervous system drugs -- Antineoplastic drugs -- Urinary system drugs -- Gastrointestinal drugs -- Anti-infective drugs -- Eye medications -- Analgesics,sedatives,and hypnotics -- Psychotropic medications, alcohol and drug abuse -- Musculoskeletal and anti-inflammatory drugs -- Anticonvulsants, and anti-inflammatory drugs -- Anticonvulsants, antiparkinsonian drugs and agents for alzheimer's disease -- Endocrine system drugs -- Reproductive system drugs -- Cardiovascular drugs -- Respiratory system drugs and antihistamines -- Drugs and older adults. Ruth Woodrow, Bruce J. Colbert and David M. Smith. Includes glossary and index. RM300.W67(6e) 9781435480339 190801