Pharmacy
Doping, Performance-Enhancing Drugs, and Hormones in Sport, ed. , v.
This book examines the biochemistry and bioanalytical aspects of performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs) and other questionable procedures used by athletes to enhance performance, and informs the specialist and non-specialist of emerging knowledge, techniques, underlying science, and current practice of the discipline.
Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation, ed. 10, v.
This drug reference provides a guide for treatment of pregnant or breastfeeding patients. It lists nearly 1,200 commonly prescribed drugs taken during pregnancy and lactation, and provides a summary of known or possible effects on mother, embryo, fetus, and nursing infant.
E-Cigarettes and Their Dangers, ed. , v.
This book discusses the consequences of e-cigarette use on the body, e-cigarettes as a gateway to other drug use, and what withdrawal and treatment looks like for users.
Heroin and Its Dangers, ed. , v.
This book looks at stories of heroin addiction, the history of the drug, its toll on the body, and what users can do for treatment.
Immune System, ed. , v.
This title teaches readers about the immune system. Readers will learn about the importance of the immune system and the main defenses their body has against pathogens, like B cell, antibodies, and T cells. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Impacts of Information Technology on Patient Care and Empowerment, ed. , v.
This book delves into patient access to information and the effect that access has on their relationship with healthcare providers and their health outcomes. It features a range of topics such as gamification, mobile computing, and risk analysis.
Marijuana and Its Dangers, ed. , v.
This book looks at how marijuana use affects the brain, how addiction affects the life of the user and society, and what treatment options look like for those in need.
Methamphetamines and Their Dangers, ed. , v.
This book examines the history of methamphetamines, the health risks of using the drug, the toll it takes on the lives of users, and what rehabilitation options are available.
Opioids and Their Dangers, ed. , v.
This book examines what opioids are, what the risks of using them are, the physical damages the opioids do to the body, how addiction affects others, and what treatment for opioid dependence looks like.
The Washington Manual of Patient Safety and Quality Improvement, ed. , v.
With a focus on improving systems and processes, preventing errors, and promoting transparency, this reference provides an overview of PS/QI fundamentals, as well as insight into how these principles apply to a variety of clinical settings with specific populations. Includes models, measurements, and assessment tools; medical errors, responses and solutions; clinical vignettes, discussion questions, and additional resources; and faculty expertise.