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Dr. Ciccone comprehensively covers all the major drug categories that are relevant to rehabilitation specialists, focusing on drug indications, mechanism of action, and impact on rehabilitation in his thoroughly revised text drawn from the most current peer-reviewed research. With the science of pharmacology changing so rapidly, students and clinicians need this up-to-date, relevant, and credible source of information. This new 4th edition continues to be user friendly - complex information is presented in a clear, organized manner and the text demystifies the practice of pharmacology. ... Read more

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Pharmacology in Rehabilitation
Excellent book...very beneficial for clinical practice.The information would help you become a better clinician.We would recommend this book to all physical therapists.

Daniel and Gwen

Did what they said they would
They told me exactly what it would be and it came just the way they said it would. I received it much sooner than I expected.

Excellent Resource!
This textbook is an excellent resource for any medical professional interested in how medications work and their possible adverse effects or effect on patient behavior.

Pharmacology in rehabilitation
Excellent book! Well-written, very easy to understand. This book covers basic neurology, anatomy, and physiology, thus provides an excellent review! It also explains very well in details how drugs act on the body. Highly recommed to physical therapy students, medicine students, and the other medical discipline students.

Is this book worth it?
I would assume that the majority of people who would buy this book are taking a class in pharmacology. I have had alot of recommended text books that were not worth even taking out of the wrapper, but this book is not one of them. The author's actually spent the time to organize and gather relatively current information and then put a hard cover on it. It's getting harder and harder to get that combination. I gave this a 5 star rating because it really will be a book you will keep and reference after the class is over. ... Read more

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Basic Pharmacology for Nurses, 14th edition, is a contemporary classic nursing pharmacology textbook known for its impeccably accurate drug content and its practical applications of the nursing process. A consistent emphasis on health promotion through medication monitoring and patient education is a hallmark of the book. Introductory units ground the reader in basic principles of pharmacology and medication administration, and subsequent body-system units apply the nursing process to every major disorder and drug class to promote safe medication administration.

• Provides an overview of relevant pathophysiology with an application of the nursing process in each drug chapter, followed by an application of the nursing process to each applicable drug class.
• Covers the pharmacology of all major classes of drugs, emphasizing side effects to expect, side effects to report, drug interactions, and more.
• Emphasizes patient education and health promotion with easy-to-recognize Patient Education and Health Promotion headings and reproducible Patient Self-Assessment forms.
• Provides need-to-know coverage of herbal therapies and dietary supplements with an Herbal and Dietary Supplement Therapy chapter, plus Herbal Interactions boxes throughout the chapters.

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Basic Pharmacology for Nurses
This product was new and still in plastic wrap. I saved quite a bit of money by online purchasing. Amazon.com has been great in helping with my education!

Many Answer Key Errors
I was assigned this book for an online pharmacology course connected with a nursing re-entry program. I have found an unacceptable number of errors in this book and believe it can be dangerous for nursing students to use. The publishers should certainly be required to immediately make an erratum available with corrections. I am only about a third of the way through my program and note these errors:

p79 Exercise on sliding scale insulin dosage
**first answer should be TEN units (7+3) (book says 11)
**second answer should be ELEVEN units (7+4 - not 8...)
**p80 example 3 answer should be .66 ml NOT .75

p82 Exercise on drops per minute should say 60gtt PER ML NOT per hour at top of page. Also section is on gtt/min yet the answers are calling for mL/hr...

p261 Q3 answer should be 0.625 NOT 0.75 as noted in answer key.

p 355 paragraph on "fostering health maintenance" lists "high cholesterol foods" as "...fried foods, fatty desserts, and nuts..." While also saying that cholesterol is an animal product and not found in plants.

The book has excellent well written sections which make these errors look like a sloppy lack of editing and quality control.

Basic Pharmacology for Nurses
Very helpful book.Breaks each medication down by body system and how it's used.Easy to find what you're looking for.Highly recommend. ... Read more

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Excellent!
Recieved my book before the estimated shipping date in perfect condition. I would definately buy from this seller in the future

Excellent Service
This is an excellent book for all nursing students doing a pharmacology course in nursing. The book arrived in Barbados in excellent condition 3 weeks after I purchased it.

Great Seller! Quick Delivery!
Excellent service! I ordered my book on Tuesday, August 24th and I received it today (Thursday) August, 26th. It arrived in excellent condition. I would definitely recommend this seller and would purchase through them again.

Great Delivery
Ordered it the day before my online class started, and got it on the day it began... great service

Focus on Nursing
I recieved my book in less time than estimated. It was in perfect condition and also came with a supplemental study guide for medications.
The sender was great and reliable. I will definitely use them again in the future ... Read more

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Customer Reviews (7)

BRS book
Traditional BRS books.They're great.Not much more can be said about them.

too many mistakes
This is not for board review and not exactly high yield for finals either. It has way too many mistakes for being the fifth edition. The ANS section is by far the most unwell written chapter.

Good, but too detailed
This is a good supplement to class notes and First Aid for pharm if you need to go above and beyond. However, it is very detailed compared with other titles in the BRS series. I found it too detailed for my pharmacology class and too time consuming for board prep.

New edition
This is a new edition.Disregard the other reviews about the older, outdated edition.

An excellent book.
I was one of the few people in my medical school class that liked this book.I used it as a supplement to my class notes and pharmcards to study for pharmacology. I used it in addition to FirstAid to study for the boards.I found it to be excellent.I like the outline format. I found that it hit upon the pertain side effects and interactions, and I liked the organization.Mechanism of action descriptions were adequate for nearly all questions I was asked. Most in my class used the Lippicontt Illustrated Reviews Pharmacology book. But, they weren't #1 in their class for both Pharm I and Pharm II in medical school. I was.It is a good book.It is a little old now, and is certainly over-due for a new edition. I hope they come out with one.This book presents the facts concisely without a lot of fluff.Give it a shot. And, its cheaper. ... Read more

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Dislike it very much
This book is not accurate, multiple errors in tables, graphics and content. Just have it bc is pharmaco textbook. Waiting the semester to end to get rid of it.
Don't get it, don't waste your money.

a staple reference
one of the many books adopted for study during anesthesia training programs. very useful for newbies and existing practitioners.

Pharmacology & Physiology in Anesthetic Practice
Excellent turn-around time on delivery of text. Text in great condition. Highly recommended. Will definitely use again.

Contradictory and he said she said
Extremely frustrating to read, drones on and on and on.
x,y,and z are greater than a.
y,z, and a are less than b but so and so says that's not so.
every page.
Not recommended

Good Resource
Usually a required text for anesthesia school.Good reference.You will probably want to keep this book throughout your professional career. ... Read more

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A straightforward way to master a complex subject! This bestselling textbook presents all the knowledge you need to get through your pharmacology course and beyond-using a clear and accessible approach that makes the material easy and interesting to learn. Progressing logically from a molecular understanding of receptors and drug actions to the clinical uses of the most important groups of drugs, it delivers the latest information on cannabinoids and rimonabant, Cox 2 inhibitors, pharmacogenetics, biopharmaceuticals, and drug abuse-as well as "lifestyle drugs" such as performance-enhancing substances, botulinum toxin, and Viagra®. And now, online access via STUDENT CONSULT makes it an even more effective learning resource!

• Progresses logically from a molecular understanding of receptors and drug actions to the clinical uses of the most important groups of drugs.
  
• Covers recent developments in areas such as cannabinoids and rimonabant, Cox 2 inhibitors, pharmacogenetics, biopharmaceuticals, and drug abuse.
  
• Discusses "lifestyle drugs" such as performance-enhancing substances, botulinum toxin, and Viagra®.
  
• Uses superb full-color illustrations to clarify even the most complex concepts, and color-coded chapters to make navigation easy.
  
• Includes STUDENT CONSULT access at no additional charge, enabling you to consult the book online, anywhere you go · perform quick searches · add your own notes and bookmarks · follow Integration Links to related bonus content from other STUDENT CONSULT titles-to help you see the connections between diverse disciplines · test your knowledge with multiple-choice review questions · and more!

• New chapter on lifestyle drugs, including Viagra
  
• Glossary of key terms for each chapter
  
• Thoroughly updated throughout with new text on topics such as: Antithrombotics, Cox 2 and 3 inhibitors, Pharmacogenetics, Biopharmaceuticals, Drug abuse and Complementary Medicine
  
• Extra self-assessment questions and 'Ask the Author' feature on website ... Read more

  Customer Reviews (11)

  Great for Pharmacology students
  It is a great pharmacology textbook for introductory students. It goes in-depth enough for you to understand the mechanisms behind pharmacological processes. Most likely this review isn't necessary as this will be required for whatever class you are taking but if you are independently thinking about a pharmacology textbook, I would recommend this one. It comes with online material for further instruction as well.

  price and quality
  The best price for a perfect buy. Used book ? It seems totally untouched.
  Best textbook for entry-medium level Pharmacology

  Rang & Dale Pharmacology
  Very clear text, elegant displying, excellent illustrations. A "must have" in the medical student's library and it is even useful to the doctor as a quick review of concepts already learned at university

  Excellent resource when your teacher is insane.
  This book makes everything so much more clear and uses British English which is clearly the only proper way to go.

  Great, but simple textbook
  This is a great textbook if you want as little detail as possible; ittells you exactly what you need to know and no more.The readings are short and easy.The best part about the textbook is the review boxes at the end of each section.The online access is also a plus because you are able to download and print the figures, which become useful study aids.I would definitely recommend this textbook.It should be supplemented with Pharmacology flashcards or charts, which is why it is only a four out of five stars. ... Read more

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Written by and for nurse practitioners, this practical textbook focuses on what primary care providers need to learn and practice drug therapy. With an overall emphasis on patient teaching and health promotion, you will learn how to provide effective patient teaching about medications and how to gain patient compliance. Drug coverage focuses on "key drugs" rather than "prototype drugs," so you can find important information about the most commonly used drugs rather than the first drug in each class. You will also find discussions on the legal and professional issues unique to nurse practitioners and other primary care providers. The 3rd edition also features an expanded emphasis on established clinical practice guidelines and evidence-based practice, plus two new chapters that cover drugs for ADHD and drugs for dementia.

• UNIQUE! Written specifically for nurse practitioners with an overall emphasis on patient teaching and health promotion.
• UNIQUE! Covers specific topics such as prescriptive authority, role implementation, and writing prescriptions.
• Presents comprehensive coverage of the drugs most commonly prescribed in - and the issues most relevant to - primary care practice.
• UNIQUE! Identifies the Top 200 drugs in chapter openers with a special icon and covers them in-depth to familiarize you with the most important, need-to-know drug information.
• Uses a consistent heading scheme for each prototype drug discussion to make it easier to learn and understand key concepts.
• Includes an introductory chapter on "Design and Implementation of Patient Education" that highlights content on patient teaching and compliance.
• Includes specific "Patient Education" sections in each drug chapter.
• Provides extensive coverage of drug therapy for special populations to alert you to special considerations based on age, pregnancy, race and other factors.
• A separate chapter on "Complementary and Alternative Therapies" discusses the available complementary and alternative modalities, including detailed information on actions, uses, and interactions of commonly used herbs.
• Drug Overview tables at the beginning of each chapter outline the classifications of drugs discussed and provide a handy reference of drug classes and subclasses, generic names, and trade names.
• Clinical Alerts highlight essential information that primary care providers must remember in order to avoid serious problems, including cautions for prescribing, information about drug interactions, or warnings about particularly ominous adverse effects.
• An entire unit covers drugs for health promotion to introduce you to drugs commonly seen in outpatient primary care settings and to prepare you for practice in a society increasingly focused on health promotion and disease prevention.
• Includes separate chapters on Immunizations and Biologicals, Weight Management, Smoking Cessation, Vitamins and Minerals, Over-the-Counter Medications, and Complementary and Alternative Therapies.

Customer Reviews (8)

falling apart
Book immediately started falling apart within the first couple of times of opening. The binding broke and with each time I open the book a new page falls out. Bought book new, very displeased!

Edmunds Pharmacology for the Primary Care Provider
Concise and organized, it is helping me thru my Pharmacology course in the NP Program, some information missing but in general is OK.

Simple Read.
I really thought that this book was quite easy to learn from.The format is not what I was used to but I quickly caught on the lay out.I would recommend this (although it is now grossly outdated) to the entry level practitioner.

Great Return Policy
I needed to return this book, and they were 100% compliant and helpful. Makes me entirely comfortable to buy books from this seller in the future.

ok
This book is ok. It does not have some of the information I would consider important for each medication but it is set up very well. ... Read more

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Essentials of Pharmacology for Health Occupations, 6th Edition provides an extensive framework of drug information in a concise format for learners studying licensed practical nursing, medical assisting and other allied health professions. Learn calculations quickly through a simplified step-by-step process. Discover key drug information by classifications, such as their purpose, side effects, cautions, and interactions, or utilize this resource to refresh your knowledge of drugs. The accompanying CD-ROM helps learners master pharmacology through quizzes, games, and case studies with immediate feedback and medication administration techniques and safety video clips. Open this resource now and see how easy learning pharmacology can be. ... Read more

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Essentials of Pharmacology for Health Occupations
I have enjoyed learning with this book.It is complete and very informative.I recommend it to any health care professionals.

Fast shipping and cheaper than the bookstore
TO ALL STUDENTS: order your books here and save your precious dollars for something else.The book is easy to read and is informative, as expected from a textbook.Just remember to order early to avoid the semester rush.

Pharmacology class
Great book, but unable to use the registry card inside since the log-on provided doesn't work. It's not just for this particular one, the whole class is unable to use it. Tried contacting cengagebrain and it's been over 3 weeks and they still can't seem to fix the problem.

Best way to buy school books
Arrived as said it would. Satisfied customer, plan to purchase future school books from here. Since book was over $25 didn't pay for shipping, so the new price was significantly cheaper than at school bookstore.

essentials of pharmacology
This book was easy to read and follow with class. It has alot of information in it. ... Read more

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Using a strong pathophysiology prototype approach to place drugs in context with how they are used therapeutically, this book gives readers a clearer picture of the importance of pharmacology to disease and ultimately to patient care. This holistic perspective to patient care is organized according to the body systems and diseases with complete information on the drug classifications used to treat the diseases. Easy to follow presentation, extensive pedagogical aids enable students to identify key ideas, understand concepts and apply essential components of anatomy, physiology and pathology relevant to drug therapy. The volume comprehensively covers core concepts in pharmacology, pharmacology and the nurse-patient relationship, the nervous system, the cardiovascular and respiratory systems, the immune system, the gastrointestinal system, endocrine and genitourinary systems, the integumentary system, musculoskeletal system, and eyes/ears. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (14)

Great book!
Maybe it's because I have the second edition but I thought this book was clear, concise, and easy to understand unlike many other reviews.I'm not in nursing so I skipped the parts of the chapter on the nursing process and wished there were more detailed descriptions of how the drugs worked.However, for nursing this books seems great.It definitely gave me even more respect than I already had for all that nurses do.

not what I expected
The book is quite heavy, and the contents are quite dense. As I read the book more carefully, I saw many contradicting information about the book. The contents inside the book was not very accurate. So, if you're reading this book to update or to gain information about Pharmacology, I would not suggest it.

Easy read, great price
Do you like reading long, drawn out chapters that seem to never end? if so, then this book is not for you. this book is written is a manner that even a middle school student could understand and

Essential for Pediatric Nursing Students
This book explains things very clearly. I'm a first year nursing student and I enjoy reading it and usually with other textbooks I have to read them a few times before I can really grasp the information but with this one, I only have to read it once, highlight what I need at that time and move on. That makes it a really helpful book for me, since I have tons of other topics to cover.

not really good service
I wanted to get a refund because the class I enrolled got cancelled, but the seller didn't help me get a refund. I still want to sent the book back to the seller because I still have a book that I don't need. I want to get a refund from the seller. IS there any way I can get some help? ... Read more