Pharmacology: Connections to Nursing Practice (4th Edition)
Pharmacology: Connections to Nursing Practice, authored by Michael Patrick Adams and published by Pearson, provides a comprehensive, patient-centered approach to the study of pharmacology within the nursing profession. This fourth edition, released on February 6, 2018, is designed to bridge the gap between pharmacological science and clinical application, ensuring that students and practitioners can provide safe and effective patient care.
The text employs a unique focus on “connections,” linking drug actions to nursing practice through detailed patient scenarios, lifespan considerations, and practice applications. By utilizing a prototype drug approach, the content allows readers to master entire classes of medications by focusing on representative agents. The book is logically organized by body systems and diseases, placing medications directly into the context of their therapeutic applications.
Key Features of the 4th Edition:
- Clinical Decision-Making: Enhanced features designed to develop the critical thinking skills required for advanced nursing practice.
- Updated Drug Information: Includes more than 30 newly FDA-approved drugs and updated protocols.
- Visual Learning: Over 20 new visuals and illustrations help clarify complex physiological and pharmacological concepts.
- Holistic Nursing: Detailed sections on alternative therapies, gender influences, and cultural considerations in drug therapy.
- Practical Application: Features illuminating the intersection of pharmacology with real-world patient care environments.
Book Specifications:
- Author: Michael Patrick Adams
- Edition: 4th Edition
- Publisher: Pearson
- Publication Date: February 6, 2018
- ISBN-10: 013486736X
- ISBN-13: 978-0134867366