This is a Pageburst digital textbook; Gain a complete, practical understanding of pharmacology with this unique resource. Realistic, problem-based clinical scenarios present pharmacology in the most effective context for learning. This textbook includes detailed drug profiles that present essential drug information in a logical context specific to each condition.
- Problem-based clinical scenarios illustrate the practical relevance of prehospital pharmacology.
- Detailed drug profiles of 95 commonly used drugs present comprehensive data in a consistent, easy-to-reference format.
- Full-color drug images familiarize you with medications for quick identification.
- Medical Math chapter strengthens your dosage calculation skills.
- Soecial boxes highlight useful, field-tested tips and strategies.
- Legal Aspects and Risk Management chapter helps you avoid common mistakes made in prehospital care.
- Study questions reinforce important chapter concepts and test your understanding.
- Information about commonly prescribed over-the-counter medications and herbal drugs alerts you to important pharmacological treatment considerations.
- Companion DVD includes 25 video skill demonstrations that guide you step-by-step through vital techniques and procedures and 23 medical animations that offer visual details of anatomy, physiologic processes, and procedures.