Principles of Pharmacology for Medical Assisting - Softcover

Rice, Jane

 
9781401880170: Principles of Pharmacology for Medical Assisting

Synopsis

Principles of Pharmacology for Medical Assisting, Fourth Edition is the only pharmacology book written specifically for medical assistants. It describes the scope of practice, follows the latest Standards and Guidelines for CAAHEP accreditation, and has a new full-color presentation. New content in this edition includes the addition of 230 new drugs with classifications, the removal of out-of-date drugs, content on herbals and supplements, sample drug labels, information on syringes and safety needles, topical material such as obesity, and an emphasis on patient teaching and safety precautions. The book includes special features such as competency-based objectives, practice problems for reinforcement of concepts, performance checklists for procedures, spotlight on health, Web sites, and self-assessments.

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Review

Diana Kendrick, RMA (AMT), RN.Griffin Technical College, Griffin, GA, Medical Assisting Instructor."[Jane] Rice always brings new and up-dated information to her books. I never fail to learn something new each time I read the book or lecture a chapter. Her attention to detail, knowledge of pharmacology, and passion for education is evident in Principals of Pharmacology for Medical Assisting."

Synopsis

The only pharmacology book written specifically for medical assisting programs, describing the scope of practice for medical assistants, following the standards fro AAHEP accreditation going into effect 1 January 2005. New content in this edition includes the addition of 230 new drugs with classifications.

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