Pharmacology for Pharmacy Technicians
By- Karen Snipe, CPhT, AS, BA, MEd, Pharmacy Technician Program Coordinator, Department Head, Diagnostic and Imaging Services, Trident Technical College, Charleston, SC
- Kathy Moscou, RPh, MPH, BSc(Pharm), Research Officer, Faculty of Health, York University, Toronto, Ontario, Canada; Former Director, Pharmacy Technician Program (1989-2006), North Seattle Community College, WA
Organized to provide an in-depth review of the ASHP content requirements for pharmacology and anatomy and physiology,
Paperback, 776 Pages
Published: November 2012
Imprint: Mosby
ISBN: 978-0-323-08497-0
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NEW REVIEW -- MOSCOU / Pharmacology for Pharmacy Technicians. Elsevier, 2008, $62.95. Imprint: Mosby. [AUTHOR] Moscou, Kathy, RPh, MPH; Snipe, Karen R., CPhT, MEd [BIBLIOGRAPHIC DATA] ISBN: 978-0-323-04720-3, 759 pages, soft cover. [DOODY'S NOTES] [REVIEWER'S EXPERT OPINION] Laila Elkadi, BSc Pharm, MBA(Temple University Health System - Northeastern Hospital) **Description** This book covers the pharmacology and pathophysiology of the human body system by system and the medications used to treat each system's disorders. It is systematic and compelling to read. **Purpose** This book covers the pharmacology and pathophysiology of the human body system by system and the medications used to treat each system's disorders. It is systematic and compelling to read. **Audience** This book is written for students as well as their instructors. It also can be used as one of the references in any pharmacy's library. **Features** From the history of medicine and medication discovery and approval by the FDA to drug administration, absorption and pharmacokinetics, and pharmacodynamics of each medication, this book discusses the pharmacology and pathophysiology of human body systems (cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, respiratory, endocrine, autonomic nervous, etc.). The book has many excellent features: it is appropriately and accurately illustrated; important notes pop up in the margins as quick reminders; pertinent forms are included (such as the FDA MedWatch); each chapter is followed by a short set of questions addressing the chapter's high points. The book includes a user-friendly CD-ROM full of quiz questions and self exams as well as pill pictures of high quality resolution. The index quickly takes the reader to the needed subject page. As a practicing pharmacist, I would like to see future editions make a tie-in to the job description of a pharmacy technician. Also, a chapter on how to prioritize the dispensing of various medications would be beneficial; e.g. dispensing an intravenous medication used for a cardiac condition would have priority over dispensing a levothyroxin tablet for hypothyroidism. **Assessment** This is an excellent reference that I plan to keep in our pharmacy library. I am looking forward to the next edition, hopefully incorporating my suggestions, as well as those of others. ----------------------------------------------------------- Weighted Numerical Score: 95 - 4 Stars!
Contents
- Unit 1: Introduction to Pharmacology
- Fundamentals of Pharmacology
- Principles of Pharmacology
- Pharmacodynamics
- Drug Interactions and Medication Errors Unit 2: Drugs Affecting the Autonomic Nervous System and Central Nervous System Introduction to the Nervous System
- Treatment of Anxiety
- Treatment of Depression
- Treatment of Schizophrenia and Other Psychoses
- Treatment of Parkinsons Disease and Huntingtons Disease
- Treatment of Seizure Disorders
- Treatment of Pain
- Treatment of Migraine Headache and Alzheimers Disease
- Treatment of Sleep Disorders and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Unit 3: Drugs Affecting the Musculoskeletal System Introduction to the Musculoskeletal System
- Neuromuscular Blockade
- Treatment of Muscle Spasms
- Treatment of Autoimmune Diseases That Affect the Musculoskeletal System
- Treatment of Osteoporosis and Pagets Disease of the Bone
- Treatment of Hyperuricemia and Gout Unit 4: Treatment of Diseases of the Ophthalmic and Otic Systems Introduction to the Ophthalmic and Otic Systems
- Treatment of Glaucoma and Other Disorders of the Eye
- Treatment of Vertigo and Other Disorders of the Ear
- Treatment of Ophthalmic and Otic Infections Unit 5: Drugs Affecting the Cardiovascular System Introduction to the Cardiovascular System and Hematological System
- Treatment of Angina
- Treatment of Hypertension
- Treatment of Heart Failure
- Treatment of Myocardial Infarction and Stroke
- Treatment of Arrhythmia Unit 6: Drugs Affecting the Gastrointestinal System Introduction to the Gastrointestinal (Digestive) System
- Treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, Laryngopharyngeal Reflux and Peptic Ulcer
- Treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Ulcerative Colitis and Crohns Disease Unit 7: Drugs Affecting the Respiratory System Introduction to the Respiratory System
- Treatment of Asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Treatment of Allergies Unit 8: Drugs Affecting the Urinary System Introduction to the Urinary System
- Treatment of Prostate Disease and Erectile
- Treatment of Fluid and Electrolyte Disorders Unit 9: Drugs Affecting the Endocrine System Introduction to the Endocrine System
- Treatment of Thyroid Disorders
- Treatment of Diabetes Mellitus
- Drugs That Affect the Reproductive System Unit 10: Drugs Affecting the Immunological System Introduction to the Lymphatic and Immune System
- Treatment of Bacterial Infection
- Treatment of Viral Infections
- Treatment of Cancers
- Vaccines and Immunosuppressants Unit 11: Drugs Affecting the Integumentary System Introduction to the Integumentary System (Skin & Its Appendages)
- Treatment of Fungal Infections
- Treatment of Decubitus Ulcers and Burns
- Treatment of Acne
- Treatment of Eczema
- Treatment of Lice and Scabies
