Farmakologi for sygeplejersker

En præcis og opslagsvenlig guide til brug af lægemidler i praksis – i ny og forbedret 2. udgave. "Praktisk farmakologi" henvender sig til den sundhedsprofessionelle, der har brug for et overblik over den praktiske brug af receptpligtige lægemidler og håndkøbslægemidler – særligt farmaceutstuderende og farmakonomer, men også hjemmesygeplejersker, medicinstuderende og læger. Denne 2. udgave er blevet grundigt opdateret og væsentlig forbedret med den nyeste viden og et væld af erfaringer fra klinisk praksis. Bogen indeholder kort og præcis information om de 100 mest solgte lægemiddelgrupper i Danmark. Bogen giver dig: lægemidlernes navne, hvilke sygdomme de bruges til at behandle, hvordan de virker, de vigtigste bivirkninger, særlige oplysninger. Bogen gennemgår desuden de 25 hyppigste problemer, som kan løses ved brug af håndkøbslægemidler, samt de vigtigste fakta om naturlægemidler, lægemiddelinteraktioner, receptlovgivningen og reglerne for tilskud til medicin.

GUIDE TIL NEUROLOGISK OG NEUROKIRURGISK SYGEPLEJEMed HÅNDBOG I SYGEPLEJE: NEUROLOGI OG NEUROKIRURGI har du altid den erfarne sygeplejerskes færdigheder og ekspertise i kittellommen, når det handler om pleje af patienter i disse specialer. Bogen indeholder blandt andet kapitler om hjernens anatomi, forskellige neurologiske sygdomme, neurokirurgi og neurorehabilitering, og du guides til observationer, sygeplejeinterventioner og patient- og pårørendeinddragelse. Patienter med neurologiske og neurokirurgiske sygdomme kan have kroniske tilstande eller pludselig opstået akut og livstruende sygdom. Sygeplejen til neurologiske og neurokirurgiske patienter kræver derfor specialviden og erfaring med sygdomstilstande og patientforløb, som her gennemgås i syv anvisende, praksisnære og klinikvenlige kapitler. HÅNDBOG I SYGEPLEJE: NEUROLOGI OG NEUROKIRURGI henvender sig til sygeplejestuderende og nyuddannede sygeplejersker, men kan med fordel bruges af alle, som ønsker et let tilgængeligt opslagsværk.

Evidensbaseret sygepleje om medicinske sygdommeMedicinske sygdomme og evidensbaseret sygepleje er det nutidige og gennemgribende standardværk, som forener sygdomslære og sygepleje. Bogen er både en grundbog og opslagsbog med sygeplejestuderende og sygeplejersker som målgruppe.I takt med bedre sygdomsdiagnostik, befolkningens øgede levetid, flere patienter med multisygdomme og et krav om evidensbaseret sygepleje står sygeplejersker i både primær og sekundær sektor overfor nye udfordringer. Sygeplejersker skal kunne drage omsorg, udføre sygeplejehandlinger, forebygge, behandle, lindre symptomer og kunne undervise/vejlede patienter. Det kræver en omfattende og opdateret viden om sygdomslære for at kunne udføre sygeplejeinterventioner, træffe kliniske beslutninger, varetage klinisk lederskab og samarbejde med patienten.Medicinske sygdomme og evidensbaseret sygepleje tilbyder 23 kapitler skrevet af læger og/eller kliniske sygeplejespecialister med indgående erfarings- og forskningsmæssige tilgang til specialerne.

Introduced in the 1980s, biologic medications have since become important tools in modern medicine. However, biologics are expensive, greatly affecting the healthcare budgets of both underdeveloped and developed countries. Fortunately, biosimilars, which are highly similar, reverse-engineered versions of existing biological medicines and their active ingredients, are now available as more affordable options for patients treated with biologics. This book discusses biosimilars with chapters on clinical trials, regulation, pharmacovigilance, and the interchangeability of biosimilars with biologics. It also addresses future trends in the biosimilars market.

This book focuses on various aspects and applications of drug repurposing, the understanding of which is important for treating diseases. Due to the high costs and time associated with the new drug discovery process, the inclination toward drug repurposing is increasing for common as well as rare diseases. A major focus of this book is understanding the role of drug repurposing to develop drugs for infectious diseases, including antivirals, antibacterial and anticancer drugs, as well as immunotherapeutics.

The book focuses on various aspects and properties of high-throughput screening (HTS), which is of great importance in the development of novel drugs to treat communicable and non-communicable diseases. Chapters in this volume discuss HTS methodologies, resources, and technologies and highlight the significance of HTS in personalized and precision medicine.

Vaccination is the most effective and scientifically based means of protection against infectious diseases, especially in this era of the COVID-19 pandemic. This book examines several issues related to the development of vaccines against viral, bacterial, and parasitic infections.

Understanding how drugs work is made simple in this easy to use pocket-sized guide. Drugs in common use are described under each body system and will form an aid to your confident administration of drugs to fit your patients' needs.

The premier drug guide for nurses and midwives since 1983. Now in its 10th edition, Havard''s Nursing Guide to Drugs continues to provide reliable, accurate drug information for nursing and midwifery students and practitioners. This user-friendly drug guide delivers safe, up-to-date drug administration information regarding form, action, use, dose, adverse effects and interactions in compliance with current pharmaceutical guidelines from the Therapeutic Goods Administration and MIMS. Nursing points and cautions highlight best practice in drug administration and expanded focus on Patient teaching and advice ensures quality patient care. All drugs listed by therapeutic class and by body system Both trade names and generic drug names are provided Icons indicate cautions for drugs used during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and drug specific restrictions in sport A quick reference guide for calculating drug dosages and drip rates Common abbreviations, units and concentrations Appendix 3 features the latest MIMS updates, including dual labelling of drug ingredients to demonstrate international alignment Fully revised section on antineoplastic agents New drugs added to immunomodifiers, pulmonary arterial hypertension agents and eye, ear and nose Companion mobile optimised site (http://www.elsevierhealthonline.com.au/guidetodrugs/) available with print book or as a separate purchase: - Provides easy online access to the trusted drug guide - Search by body system, therapeutic class or both - Perfect support for students and practitioners during study or clinical practice

Calculate correct dosages with safety and confidence, with the easy-to-follow nursing expertise of Dosage Calculations Made Incredibly Easy! 5th edition. This fully illustrated guide offers the complete how-to on calculating dosages for all drug forms and administration routes, with numerous practice exercises and seasoned guidance on interpreting drug orders accurately. Understand class materials more fully, get ready for the NCLEX or certification exam, or refresh your calculation skills with this enjoyable, colorful text. Your Incredible Easy editors know from experience that learning the basics isn't always easy so you'll find full coverage of topics including: o math basics such as fractions, decimals, and percentages o measurement systems and conversions o calculating oral, topical, liquid, and rectal drug dosages o calculating parenteral injections and IV infusions o calculating pediatric, obstetric, and critical care dosages o recording drug administration An easy-reference format with clearly worded, bulleted content demonstrated with numerous photos, illustrations, and diagrams will give you step-by-step direction on: o calculating dosages of all kinds o starting an infusion, including IV guidelines o choosing administration equipment o dealing with poor handwriting o understanding medication labels and drug abbreviations o avoiding common drug errors Plus, you'll get all of the learning aids, tips, and tricks that nurses have come to expect from the books in the Incredibly Easy series: • Full-color inserts include: improving patient safety by using infusion devices; the anatomy of a medication label • Appendices include: multiple choice Q&A; drug therapy conversions chart; dosage calculation formulas table; glossary with key terms and definitions • Before you give that drug! – Crucial advice on avoiding medication errors • Advice from the experts – Tips on ensuring accurate dosages • For math phobics only – Hints, tips, and drawings to help you dissolve math obstacles • Dosage drill - Real-life clinical dosage situations to practice your calculation skills on • Memory jogger - Fortifies content with easy-to-remember tips and formulas • Quick quiz - Questions with answers/explanations at end of every chapter to help you remember vital points

2013 Delmar Nurse's Drug Handbook

Provides drug monographs with key information such as generic and trade names, indications, common adverse effects, and typical adult and pediatric dosages. This title includes coverage of special situations that highlights the issues of drug therapy in children, pregnant and nursing women, and older adults.

Presents an overview of non-medical prescribing by health professions other than doctors and covers the ethics, legal and patient safety framework. This book includes background information on history, competencies needed (includes RPSGB guidelines) and the moral aspects of prescribing.