Description
Understand the most commonly prescribed drugs used in primary care! Pharmacology for the Primary Care Provider, 6th Edition, is written for Nurse Practitioners, other Advanced Practice Nursing prescribers, and Physician Assistants/Associates. Mirroring how clinicians really practice, this unique text describes the condition or disease to be treated and then provides a step-by-step method to use when making treatment decisions. It shows how to evaluate drug information, presenting the latest evidence-based clinical guidelines and tips for safe and effective practice. Featuring the most current drug information, this new edition continues to emphasize health promotion strategies and adds an enhanced focus on patient-centered care.- Focus on key drugs highlights the most commonly prescribed and most representative drugs of each major drug class — with particular emphasis on the top 100 prescribed drugs- Comprehensive pharmacotherapeutics content is written specifically for Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists, Certified Nurse-Midwives, and Physician Assistants/Associates- Organization of chapters is based on body systems rather than drug classes, for better coverage of the medications prescribed for the health problems affecting specific body systems- Emphasis on health promotion describes how to help patients stay well and improve their health, including coverage of vitamins, weight management, immunizations and biologicals, and smoking cessation- Consistent chapter format begins with an overview of anatomy, physiology, and disease processes — as opposed to drug classes or drug types — and then follows the World Health Organization's Process for Rational Prescribing, using a six-step approach to drug selection and discussing first- , second- , and third-line treatments for each specific problem- Emphasis on patient teaching helps you communicate with patients and family caregivers to promote adherence to the drug regimen- Complementary and Alternative Therapies tables highlight significant dietary and herbal interactions with FDA-approved drugs- Practical learning aids include:- NEW! Health Equity boxes that emphasize a commitment to patient-centered care- Practice Pearls boxes that highlight good prescribing practices, safety measures, follow-up recommendations, serum blood level monitoring, referrals to specialty providers, and other key prescriber tips- Black Box Warning boxes that draw attention to critical drug safety precautions- Medication Dosages tables that include dosage ranges, maintenance doses, and, where appropriate, plans for dose escalation and de-escalation (e.g., corticosteroids)- Bookmark This features that identify websites where updated clinical guidelines can be found- Pharmacogenetics boxes- Quality and Safety boxes- Application Questions for Discussion
Table of Contents
Unit 1 Principles of Pharmacology for Advanced Practice1 Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics2 Pharmacogenomics3 Prescribing ConsiderationsUnit 2 Topical Medications4. Integumentary System Medications5. Eye and Ear MedicationsUnit 3 Pulmonary System Medications6. Allergy and Respiratory Medications7. Asthma Medications8. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease MedicationsUnit 4 Cardiovascular System Medications9. Antihyperlipidemic Medications10. Antihypertensive Medications11. Coronary Heart Disease Medications12. Heart Failure Medications13. Antiarrhythmic MedicationsUnit 5 Hematologic System Medications14. Anemia Medications15. Anticlotting Medications16. Oral Anticancer MedicationsUnit 6 Gastrointestinal System Medications17. Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, Gastritis, and Peptic Ulcer Disease Medications18. Constipation and Diarrhea and IBS Medications19. Antiemetic MedicationsUnit 7 Genitourinary System Medications20. Male Genitourinary Medications21. Urinary Incontinence Medications and Urinary AnalgesicsUnit 8 Reproductive System Medications22. Contraceptive Medications23. Hormone Replacement Therapy for Biologic Males and FemalesUnit 9 Musculoskeletal System Medications24. Anti-inflammatory Medications25. Disease-Modifying and Immune Therapy Medications26. Antigout Medications27. Osteoporosis Medications28. Muscle Relaxant MedicationsUnit 10 Central Nervous System Medications29. Migraine Headache Medications30. Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Medications31. Antiepileptic Medications32. Parkinson's Disease Medications33. Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease Medications34. Opioids for Pain Management and Substance Use DisorderUnit 11 Mental Health and BehaviorModifying Medications 35. Antianxiety and Insomnia Medications36. Mood Disorder Medications37. Antipsychotic MedicationsUnit 12 Endocrine System Medications38. Thyroid Medications39. Adrenal Gland Medications40. Diabetes Mellitus MedicationsUnit 13 Anti-infective Medications41. Principles for Prescribing Anti-infective Medications in Primary Care42. Penicillins43. Cephalosporins44. Tetracyclines45. Macrolides46. Fluoroquinolones4 7. Sulfonamides48. Antitubercular Medications49. Antifungal Medications50. Antiretroviral Medications51. Antiprotozoal MedicationsUnit 14 Health Promotions 52. Immunizations and Immunomodulation Medications and Schedules53. Weight Management Medications54. Smoking Cessation MedicationsIndex
