100 Cases in Clinical Pharmacology, Therapeutics and Prescribing / Edition 1

ISBN-13: 9781138489592 Publisher: CRC Press Publication date: 02/04/2020 Series: 100 Cases Pages: 248 Sales rank: 959,756 Product dimensions: 6.88(w) x 9.69(h) x (d) 100 Cases in Clinical Pharmacology, Therapeutics and Prescribing explores scenarios commonly seen by medical students and junior doctors in the ward, emergency department, outpatient clinic or in general practice in which an understanding of pharmacology and sound prescribing practice is central to successful clinical management and safe patient care. A succinct summary of the patient’s history, examination and any initial investigations is followed by questions on the diagnosis and management of the case. The answer includes a detailed discussion on each topic, providing practical advice on how to deal with the challenges that occur when prescribing, including planning, drug calculations, prescription review and adverse drug reactions. The book will be invaluable during clinical placements and is an ideal companion durin