Workbook for Pharmacology for Pharmacy Technicians / Edition 2

by Kathy Moscou PhD, RPh, MPH, Karen Snipe CPhT, AS, BA, MEd

Overview

Specially designed to parallel the material in Pharmacology for Pharmacy Technicians, 2^nd Edition, this helpful workbook provides in-depth study and review of the ASHP content requirements for pharmacology and anatomy and physiology. Its user-friendly format and engaging learning exercises help you understand both basic and advanced pharmacologic concepts. Practical activities allow you to apply your knowledge to real-world scenarios.

• Comprehensive review makes this a perfect resource for preparing for certification exams.
• Learning exercises include terms and definitions, multiple-choice, matching, true/false, critical thinking, and research activities.
• Engaging workbook is ideal for in-class review, remediation, or homework assignments.

• Updated content matches the textbook and provides a review of the ASHP content requirements for pharmacology and anatomy and physiology.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780323084987
Publisher:	Elsevier Health Sciences
Publication date:	12/07/2012
Edition description:	Older Edition
Pages:	256
Product dimensions:	8.30(w) x 11.20(h) x 0.40(d)

About the Author

Dr. Kathy Moscou holds a PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences and Global Health from the University of Toronto, a master’s degree in Public Health / International Health, and a bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy from the University of Washington. She is a licensed pharmacist in Ontario, Canada, and Washington state. Her research in pharmacogovernance investigates the relationship between global institutions, state actors, and national health policy for post-market drug safety (pharmacovigilance). Her research also focuses on comparative health policy and models of governance that address equity in drug safety and foster healthy communities. Dr. Moscou has nearly 40 years of experience as a pharmacist and more than 10 years of experience teaching in pharmacology and specifically to pharmacy technician students; she is an adjunct professor in the Faculty of Health Sciences at Brock University in Ontario. Also a talented artist, she recently joined the faculty of The Ontario College of Art & Design University (OCAD U) as Assistant Professor.

Karen Snipe, CPhT, MA Ed, is the Student Liaison for the Division of Health Sciences at Trident Technical College in Charleston, South Carolina, where she served as an instructor and Pharmacy Technician program director for more than 20 years. Ms. Snipe worked in institutional pharmacy practice for a decade before pursuing a master’s degree in healthcare education. She has ben an active member of the Pharmacy Technician Educators Council (PTEC) for the last two decades and a member of the Pharmacy Technician Accreditation Commission (PTAC).

Table of Contents

Unit 1: Introduction to Pharmacology

1. Fundamentals of Pharmacology
2. Principles of Pharmacology
3. Pharmacodynamics
4. Drug Interactions and Medication Errors

Unit 2: Drugs Affecting the Autonomic Nervous System and Central Nervous System

Introduction to the Nervous System

5. Treatment of Anxiety
6. Treatment of Depression
7. Treatment of Schizophrenia and Other Psychoses
8. Treatment of Parkinson’s Disease and Huntington’s Disease
9. Treatment of Seizure Disorders
10. Treatment of Pain
11. Treatment of Migraine Headache and Alzheimer’s Disease
12. Treatment of Sleep Disorders and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Unit 3: Drugs Affecting the Musculoskeletal System

Introduction to the Musculoskeletal System

13. Neuromuscular Blockade
14. Treatment of Muscle Spasms
15. Treatment of Autoimmune Diseases That Affect the Musculoskeletal System
16. Treatment of Osteoporosis and Paget’s Disease of the Bone
17. Treatment of Hyperuricemia and Gout

Unit 4: Treatment of Diseases of the Ophthalmic and Otic Systems

Introduction to the Ophthalmic and Otic Systems

18. Treatment of Glaucoma and Other Disorders of the Eye
19. Treatment of Vertigo and Other Disorders of the Ear
20. Treatment of Ophthalmic and Otic Infections

Unit 5: Drugs Affecting the Cardiovascular System

Introduction to the Cardiovascular System and Hematological System

21. Treatment of Angina
22. Treatment of Hypertension
23. Treatment of Heart Failure
24. Treatment of Myocardial Infarction and Stroke
25. Treatment of Arrhythmia

Unit 6: Drugs Affecting the Gastrointestinal System

Introduction to the Gastrointestinal (Digestive) System

26. Treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, Laryngopharyngeal Reflux and Peptic Ulcer
27. Treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn’s Disease

Unit 7: Drugs Affecting the Respiratory System

Introduction to the Respiratory System

28. Treatment of Asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
29. Treatment of Allergies

Unit 8: Drugs Affecting the Urinary System

Introduction to the Urinary System

30. Treatment of Prostate Disease and Erectile
31. Treatment of Fluid and Electrolyte Disorders

Unit 9: Drugs Affecting the Endocrine System

Introduction to the Endocrine System

32. Treatment of Thyroid Disorders
33. Treatment of Diabetes Mellitus
34. Drugs That Affect the Reproductive System

Unit 10: Drugs Affecting the Immunological System

Introduction to the Lymphatic and Immune System

35. Treatment of Bacterial Infection
36. Treatment of Viral Infections
37. Treatment of Cancers
38. Vaccines and Immunosuppressants

Unit 11: Drugs Affecting the Integumentary System

Introduction to the Integumentary System (Skin & Its Appendages)

39. Treatment of Fungal Infections
40. Treatment of Decubitus Ulcers and Burns
41. Treatment of Acne
42. Treatment of Eczema
43. Treatment of Lice and Scabies

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