Abrams’ Clinical Drug Therapy Rationales for Nursing Practice 10th edition by Geralyn Frandsen, Sandra Smith Pennington ISBN 1469813769 9781469813769

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ISBN 10: 1469813769
ISBN 13: 9781469813769
Author: Geralyn Frandsen, Sandra Smith Pennington

This popular core nursing pharmacology textbook provides unique coverage of nursing interventions for drug therapy with related rationales. Highly praised for its organized and readable presentation, the text explains the “why” behind each nursing action, and emphasizes how drugs work differently in different patients. The 10th edition has a new fresh design and approach with an added focus on patient safety integrated into the text.

Abrams’ Clinical Drug Therapy Rationales for Nursing Practice 10th Table of contents:

Part 1: Foundations of Pharmacology

1. Introduction to Pharmacology

   • History and importance of pharmacological science

   • Drug sources and classifications

2. Drug Development and Approval

   • Drug discovery, testing, and regulatory approval processes

   • Phases of clinical trials

3. Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics

   • Absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion (ADME)

   • Drug-receptor interactions and mechanisms of action

4. Medication Safety and Legal Responsibilities

   • Preventing medication errors

   • Ethical and legal considerations in pharmacology

5. Critical Thinking and Research Skills

   • Analyzing case studies and applying evidence-based practice

   • References and resources for further study

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Part 2: Drug Therapy Across the Lifespan

6. Pediatric Pharmacology

   • Dosing considerations and developmental factors

7. Geriatric Pharmacology

   • Age-related physiological changes and polypharmacy risks

8. Pharmacology in Pregnancy and Lactation

   • Teratogenic risks and safe prescribing practices

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Part 3: Therapeutic Applications

9. Hematopoietic and Immune System Pharmacology

   • Immunosuppressants, vaccines, and blood products

10. Cardiovascular Pharmacology

• Antihypertensives, anticoagulants, and antiarrhythmics

11. Pharmacology of Infectious Diseases

• Antibiotics, antivirals, antifungals, and resistance mechanisms

12. Endocrine and Metabolic Pharmacology

• Diabetes medications, thyroid agents, and hormonal therapies

13. Respiratory and Gastrointestinal Pharmacology

• Bronchodilators, anti-inflammatory agents, antacids, and laxatives

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Part 4: Special Topics in Pharmacology

14. Chronic Disease Management

• Pharmacologic strategies for long-term conditions (e.g., asthma, hypertension, arthritis)

15. Psychopharmacology and Mental Health

• Antidepressants, antipsychotics, anxiolytics, and mood stabilizers

16. Substance Use and Abuse

• Opioids, stimulants, and treatment of addiction

17. Men’s and Women’s Health Pharmacology

• Contraceptives, hormone replacement therapy, and prostate treatments

18. Autonomic and Central Nervous System Pharmacology

• Adrenergic and cholinergic agents, anesthetics, and seizure medications

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