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