{"product_id":"pharmacology-for-pharmacy-technicians-9780323832113","title":"Pharmacology for Pharmacy Technicians","description":"Build a solid foundation in pharmacology with this all-in-one resource! Combining a comprehensive textbook with workbook exercises, \u003cb\u003ePharmacology for Pharmacy Technicians, 4th Edition \u003c\/b\u003ehelps you\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003eunderstand the principles of pharmacology and apply them to the daily activities and challenges seen in the practice setting. Full-color photos and illustrations make it easier to master concepts, and an in-depth review designed specifically for pharmacy technicians meets the requirements of the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) for anatomy and physiology and pharmacology. Written by a pharmacist and a pharmacy technician, Kathy Moscou and Karen Snipe - each with extensive experience in the field - this book helps you master the expanding role of the pharmacy technician and launch a successful and rewarding career in Pharmacy Technology.\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eComprehensive coverage\u003c\/b\u003e aligns with advanced-level ASHP competencies for accreditation and prepares you for certification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePractical Pharm Tech features\u003c\/b\u003e include \u003ci\u003eTech Alerts \u003c\/i\u003ehighlighting drug look-alike and sound-alike issues\u003ci\u003e, Tech Notes\u003c\/i\u003e with need-to-know information on safe drug dispensing, \u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eTechnician's Corner \u003c\/i\u003ecritical thinking exercises\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCoverage of A\u0026amp;P and medical terminology\u003c\/b\u003e is included within each body system unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eQuick-reference, mini drug monographs \u003c\/b\u003eare included within each body system and drug classification chapter, and include pill photos along with generic and trade names, strength of medication, route of administration, dosage form, dosing schedule, and warning labels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLearning features in each chapter\u003c\/b\u003e include learning objectives, key terms, key points, and review questions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReview questions\u003c\/b\u003e provide board-style exam preparation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSummary drug tables \u003c\/b\u003eprovide generic\/brand name, drug strengths and dosage forms, usual dose and dosing schedule, and warning labels for at-a-glance access to important information\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNEW! \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eUpdated drug information\u003c\/b\u003e ensures you are familiar with the latest drug approvals and the latest dosage and prescription guidelines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNEW! \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eCoverage of changes in pharmacology\u003c\/b\u003e includes the newest pharmaceutical laws, handling and dispensing of controlled substances, COVID-19 developments, and advances in vaccines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNEW! \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eIntegrated workbook exercises\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eby chapter\u003c\/b\u003e provide vocabulary practice, review questions, and case studies in the text as well as critical thinking and research activities online\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eMoscou, Kathy:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - Dr. Kathy Moscou holds a PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences and Global Health from the University of Toronto, a master's degree in Public Health \/ International Health, and a bachelor's degree in Pharmacy from the University of Washington. She is a licensed pharmacist in Ontario, Canada, and Washington state. Her research in pharmacogovernance investigates the relationship between global institutions, state actors, and national health policy for post-market drug safety (pharmacovigilance). Her research also focuses on comparative health policy and models of governance that address equity in drug safety and foster healthy communities. Dr. Moscou has nearly 40 years of experience as a pharmacist and more than 10 years of experience teaching in pharmacology and specifically to pharmacy technician students; she is an adjunct professor in the Faculty of Health Sciences at Brock University in Ontario. 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