Principles Of Pharmacology For Medical Assisting

A trusted resource for more than 26 years, PRINCIPLES OF PHARMACOLOGY FOR MEDICAL ASSISTING, 6E is the complete resource for medical assistants in training. Written by a seasoned medical assisting instructor, this easy-to-use text starts with a step-by-step math review, and then moves on to dosage calculations, pharmacology concepts and drugs, and medications related to each body system. Leveraging the latest CAAHEP/AAMA standards and competency-based objectives, each unit includes a variety of applications to reinforce learning and prepare readers for the world beyond the classroom. From graphic icons and special boxed features to critical thinking questions and detailed appendices, it’s clear why PRINCIPLES OF PHARMACOLOGY FOR MEDICAL ASSISTING has been the book of choice for thousands of students and instructors in health care practice today. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.

This revised edition is a comprehensive introduction to pharmacology for medical assistants, covering basic mathematics, systems of measurement, the calculation of dosages, medication administration, and essential drug information as it relates to classification and/or effects on body systems.

an electronic chapter from Principles of Pharmacology for Medical Assisting 3E