Drugs used in chronic conditions
7 Drugs used in chronic conditions Introduction A large number of chronic diseases are brought about by demographic, environmental and lifestyle changes. Common conditions include asthma, diabetes, hypertension, Parkinson’s disease…
Local anaesthetics and analgesics
3 Local anaesthetics and analgesics Introduction Pain is a sensation that lets us know about damage occurring to our tissue. It is one of our defence mechanisms and is important…
Antimicrobials
4 Antimicrobials Introduction Infectious disease is a major cause of death and disability throughout the world. Many micro-organisms live either inside or on the outside of the human body. These…
Drugs used in mental health
8 Drugs used in mental health Introduction The aim of this chapter is to introduce you to drugs used in common mental health problems. The chapter examines three key areas…
Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics
1 Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics Introduction Part of the nurse’s role, alongside the pharmacist, is the need to ensure that medicines are administered appropriately. That is why it is essential that…
