Pharmacology: A Patient-Centered Nursing Process Approach, 12th Edition (Original PDF from Publisher)

Description

This comprehensive textbook is crafted specifically for nursing students, educators, and clinical nurses who want to master pharmacology through a nursing process framework. The 12th edition aligns seamlessly with current nursing curricula and focuses on delivering safe, ethical, and personalized drug therapy in real-world clinical settings.

Whether you’re preparing for the NCLEX-RN®, developing medication plans, or teaching in the classroom, this edition offers detailed drug content, care planning guidance, and critical thinking tools for confident, patient-centered pharmacological practice.

 Key Features and Highlights

• Patient-Centered Nursing Process approach to pharmacology
• Clinical drug profiles with nursing implications and safety alerts
•  Coverage of the most current FDA-approved medications and updated drug classifications
• Integrated NCLEX-style review questions at the end of every chapter
•  Real-world case studies and scenarios to apply knowledge
•  Color-coded nursing process boxes to enhance critical thinking
•  Coverage of drug interactions, adverse reactions, and culturally competent care
•  Special focus on medication safety, dosage calculations, and patient teaching

 Topics and Chapter Overview

The textbook includes core chapters on:

• Principles of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics
• Drug therapy across the lifespan
• Safe medication administration practices
• Pharmacology for major body systems
• Patient education and health promotion
• Drug classifications and prototypes
• Cultural, legal, and ethical considerations in pharmacology
• Includes core chapters on cardiovascular drugs, antibiotics, pain management, psychiatric medications, and endocrine therapies

 About the Author

This highly acclaimed title is authored by Linda E. McCuistion, RN, PhD, ANP, and co-authors with decades of teaching and clinical experience in pharmacology and nursing education. Their evidence-based, learner-focused style makes complex pharmacological concepts easy to understand and apply in real-life scenarios.

 Format and Technical Details

• File Type: Original PDF from Publisher
• Edition: 12th (2025)
• Language: English
• File Size: ~80–100 MB
• Publisher: Elsevier
• Device Compatibility: Windows, Mac, iOS, Android – fully compatible with any PDF reader including Adobe Acrobat, GoodReader, Apple Books, and others

 Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Is this textbook suitable for preparing for the NCLEX-RN® exam?
Yes. This edition includes NCLEX-style questions, rationales, and test-prep content integrated within each chapter to reinforce key concepts tested on the exam.

Q2: Does this PDF include access to online resources or codes?
No. This is the original PDF version from the publisher, which includes the complete textbook content but does not come with online access codes or digital supplements.