Opis: Handbook of Nonprescription Drugs - Michael Oszko, Leslie Shimp, Lisa Kroon

This is the worldwide standard and teaching resource on self-care and nonprescription products! The new and updated 15th Edition continues the book's interactive approach to teaching students how to assess a disorder and recommend self-care options based on clinical studies of safety and effectiveness, and on patient factors and preferences. The new edition also provides quick access to OTC drug information, complementary therapies, non-drug measures, treatment algorithms, assessment and triage techniques, and patient counseling tips.
Foreword
Preface
Editors
Contributors
How to Use the Case Problem-solving Model
Section I: The Practitioner's Role in Self-Care
Chapter 1: Self-Care and Nonprescription Pharmacotherapy
Chapter 2: Patient Assessment and Consultation
Chapter 3: Multicultural Aspects of Self-Care
Chapter 4: Legal and Regulatory Issues in Self-Care Pharmacy Practice
Section II: Pain and Fever Disorders
Chapter 5: Headache
Chapter 6: Fever
Chapter 7: Musculoskeletal Injuries and Disorders
Section III: Reproductive and Genital Disorders
Chapter 8: Vaginal and Vulvovaginal Disorders
Chapter 9: Disorders Related to Menstruation
Chapter 10: Prevention of Pregnancy and Sexually Transmitted Infections
Section IV: Respiratory Disorders
Chapter 11: Disorders Related to Cold and Allergy
Chapter 12: Cough
Chapter 13: Asthma
Section V: Gastrointestinal Disorders
Chapter 14: Heartburn and Dyspepsia
Chapter 15: Intestinal Gas
Chapter 16: Constipation
Chapter 17: Diarrhea
Chapter 18: Anorectal Disorders
Chapter 19: Pinworm Infection
Chapter 20: Nausea and Vomiting
Chapter 21: Poisoning
Chapter 22: Ostomy Care and Supplies
Section VI: Nutrition and Nutritional Supplementation
Chapter 23: Essential and Conditionally Essential Nutrients
Chapter 24: Functional and Meal Replacement Foods
Chapter 25: Sports Nutrition and Performance-enhancing Foods
Chapter 26: Infant Nutrition and Special Nutritional Needs of Children
Chapter 27: Overweight and Obesity
Section VII: Ophthalmic, Otic, and Oral Disorders
Chapter 28: Ophthalmic Disorders
Chapter 29: Prevention of Contact Lens-related Disorders
Chapter 30: Otic Disorders
Chapter 31: Prevention of Hygiene-related Oral Disorders
Chapter 32: Oral Pain and Discomfort
Section VIII: Dermatologic Disorders
Chapter 33: Atopic Dermatitis and Dry Skin
Chapter 34: Scaly Dermatoses
Chapter 35: Contact Dermatitis
Chapter 36: Diaper Dermatitis and Prickly Heat
Chapter 37: Insect Bites and Stings and Pediculosis
Chapter 38: Acne
Chapter 39: Prevention of Sun-induced Skin Disorders
Chapter 40: Skin Hyperpigmentation and Photoaging
Chapter 41: Minor Burns and Sunburn
Chapter 42: Minor Wounds and Secondary Bacterial Skin Infections
Chapter 43: Fungal Skin Infections
Chapter 44: Warts
Chapter 45: Minor Foot Disorders
Chapter 46: Hair Loss
Section IX: Other Medical Disorders
Chapter 47: Diabetes Mellitus
Chapter 48: Insomnia
Chapter 49: Drowsiness and Fatigue
Chapter 50: Smoking Cessation
Section X: Home Medical Equipment
Chapter 51: Home Testing and Monitoring Devices
Chapter 52: Adult Urinary Incontinence and Supplies
Section XI: Complementary and Alternative Medicine
Introduction to Botanical and Nonbotanical Natural Medicines
Chapter 53: Botanical Medicines
Chapter 54: Nonbotanical Natural Medicines
Chapter 55: Homeopathic Medicines
Appendix I: Pregnancy and Lactation Risk Categories for Selected Nonprescription Medications and Nutritional Supplements
Appendix II: Botanical Medicines to Avoid in Pregnancy and Lactation
Index: Color Plates

Szczegóły: Handbook of Nonprescription Drugs - Michael Oszko, Leslie Shimp, Lisa Kroon

Tytuł: Handbook of Nonprescription Drugs
Autor: Michael Oszko, Leslie Shimp, Lisa Kroon
Producent: McGraw-Hill
ISBN: 9781582120744
Rok produkcji: 2006
Ilość stron: 1235
Oprawa: Twarda
Waga: 2.38 kg

Recenzje: Handbook of Nonprescription Drugs - Michael Oszko, Leslie Shimp, Lisa Kroon