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Principles of Pharmacology
Brenda Rowe, RN, MN, JD
Pharmacokinetics
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Absorption
Distribution
Metabolism or biotransformation
Excretion
Pharmacodynamics (Effect of drug)
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Study of actions of the drug & changes that
drugs undergo from absorption to excretion
Receptor, Agonist, Antagonist
propranolol (Inderal) beta adrenergic
antagonist
Pharmacotherapeutics
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Efficacy
Adverse Effects
Adverse Reaction
Allergic response
Drug Interaction
Drug Toxicity
Potentiation of Drug Effects
Controlled Drugs
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Safety Precautions
JACHO requirements
Compliance of Client
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Behaviors
Causes
Patient Education
Medication Errors
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Common errors
Strategies to reduce
Nursing Diagnoses
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Constipation
Diarrhea
Disturbed sleep patterns
Urinary retention
Interdisciplinary Management
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IOM Report
Self-care Practices
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OTC
Herbal Therapy
Legal Issues
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Malpractice
Advanced Practice Issues
Impaired Healthcare Provider
Removal of Drugs from Market
Pharmaceutical Research
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Informed Consent
Clinical Trials
Ethical Considerations
What is an orphan drug?