Lilley Pharmacology for Canadian Health Care Practice 4th Edition by Kara Sealock, Cydnee Seneviratne ISBN 0323694802 9780323694803

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ISBN 10: 0323694802
ISBN 13: 9780323694803
Author: Kara Sealock, Cydnee Seneviratne

Lilley Pharmacology for Canadian Health Care Practice 4th Edition Table of contents:

Part I: Introduction to Pharmacology

1. Introduction to Pharmacology

   • The Role of Pharmacology in Health Care
   • Pharmacokinetics: Absorption, Distribution, Metabolism, and Excretion
   • Pharmacodynamics: Mechanisms of Drug Action
   • Drug Receptors and Enzyme Interactions
   • Routes of Drug Administration

2. Pharmacology and the Canadian Health Care System

   • Canada’s Regulatory Agencies: Health Canada and Drug Approval
   • Prescription and Over-the-Counter Drugs in Canada
   • Scope of Practice for Health Care Providers
   • Legal and Ethical Issues in Pharmacology

3. Medication Administration and Safe Practice

   • Dosage Calculations and Safe Medication Administration
   • Medication Errors and Prevention Strategies
   • Documentation and Patient Education
   • Patient Rights and Drug Consent

Part II: Drug Classes and Their Applications

4. Central Nervous System (CNS) Drugs

   • Antianxiety Medications
   • Antidepressants: SSRIs, SNRIs, and Other Classes
   • Antipsychotics and Mood Stabilizers
   • Antiepileptic Drugs (AEDs)
   • CNS Stimulants and Their Use in ADHD
   • Sedatives and Hypnotics

5. Drugs Used for Pain and Inflammation

   • Nonopioid Analgesics: NSAIDs and Acetaminophen
   • Opioid Analgesics: Types, Mechanisms, and Considerations
   • Adjuvant Pain Medications
   • Corticosteroids and Their Use in Inflammation
   • Topical Agents for Pain Relief

6. Drugs for Cardiovascular Disorders

   • Antihypertensive Agents: Diuretics, ACE Inhibitors, Beta-Blockers, and More
   • Drugs for Angina and Myocardial Infarction
   • Anticoagulants and Antiplatelets
   • Antiarrhythmic Drugs
   • Lipid-Lowering Medications

7. Respiratory System Drugs

   • Bronchodilators: Beta-Agonists and Anticholinergics
   • Corticosteroids for Respiratory Diseases
   • Antihistamines and Decongestants
   • Leukotriene Modifiers and Other Anti-inflammatory Agents
   • Medications for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and Asthma

8. Endocrine and Hormonal Medications

   • Insulin and Oral Hypoglycemics for Diabetes
   • Thyroid Drugs and Their Use
   • Corticosteroids: Indications and Side Effects
   • Hormonal Therapy in Cancer
   • Contraceptives and Hormonal Replacement Therapy

9. Gastrointestinal Drugs

   • Antacids, H2 Blockers, and Proton Pump Inhibitors
   • Antiemetic Drugs
   • Laxatives and Antidiarrheal Medications
   • Drugs for Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
   • Enzyme Replacements and Nutritional Supplements

10. Antimicrobials: Antibiotics, Antifungals, and Antivirals

    • Antibiotics: Mechanisms and Common Classes
    • Antifungal Drugs: Uses and Considerations
    • Antiviral Drugs: Targeting Viral Infections
    • Antimicrobial Resistance and Stewardship
    • Infection Control in the Canadian Health Care Setting

11. Oncology Pharmacology

    • Chemotherapy Drugs: Mechanisms of Action
    • Targeted Therapy and Immunotherapy in Cancer Treatment
    • Hormonal Agents in Cancer Therapy
    • Pain Management and Symptom Control in Oncology
    • Emerging Treatments and Clinical Trials in Cancer

Part III: Special Considerations in Pharmacology

12. Pharmacokinetics Across the Lifespan

    • Pediatric Pharmacology: Dosing, Developmental Considerations
    • Pharmacology in Pregnancy and Lactation
    • Geriatric Pharmacology: Drug Absorption, Metabolism, and Excretion in Older Adults
    • Special Considerations for the Elderly in Drug Therapy

13. Pharmacology in Special Populations

    • Indigenous Health and Pharmacology Considerations
    • Pharmacological Approaches in Chronic Disease Management
    • Medications and Their Impact on Mental Health
    • Pharmacological Considerations for Patients with Renal and Hepatic Dysfunction

14. Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM)

    • Herbal Supplements and Their Role in Treatment
    • Interactions Between Prescription Drugs and CAM Therapies
    • Evidence-Based Use of CAM in Health Care

15. Pharmacovigilance and Drug Safety

    • Monitoring Drug Safety in the Canadian Context
    • Reporting Adverse Drug Reactions
    • Drug Recalls and Safety Alerts in Canada
    • The Role of Health Canada and Other Regulatory Bodies

Part IV: Drug Therapy in Disease Management

16. Drug Therapy for Infectious Diseases

    • Antimicrobial Therapy in the Canadian Health Care System
    • Managing HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis C: Pharmacological Approaches
    • Tuberculosis and Its Pharmacological Management
    • Vaccination and Immunization Pharmacology

17. Pharmacological Approaches to Neurological Disorders

    • Parkinson’s Disease and Alzheimer’s Disease Medications
    • Medications for Multiple Sclerosis
    • Pharmacological Treatment for Migraine and Other Headaches
    • Medications for Epilepsy and Seizure Disorders

18. Pharmacological Approaches to Autoimmune and Inflammatory Disorders

    • Drugs for Rheumatoid Arthritis and Other Autoimmune Diseases
    • Immunosuppressants and Biologic Agents
    • Management of Inflammatory Disorders with Pharmacotherapy

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