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Fundamentals of Pharmacology for Paramedics 2nd edition

Paperback by Peate, Ian (University of Hertfordshire, UK); Evans, Suzanne (University of Newcastle, Australia); Clegg, Lisa (Charles Sturt University, Australia)

Fundamentals of Pharmacology for Paramedics

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ISBN:
9781394391240
Publication Date:
29 Oct 2026
Edition/language:
2nd edition / English
Publisher:
John Wiley & Sons Inc
Pages:
304 pages
Format:
Paperback
For delivery:
Not yet available: due Oct-2026
Fundamentals of Pharmacology for Paramedics

Description

Paramedic-specific pharmacology updated to include primary care and palliative practice As paramedic roles expand into primary care and end-of-life settings, pharmacological knowledge must keep pace. Now in its Second Edition, Fundamentals of Pharmacology for Paramedics delivers profession-specific coverage of pharmacology and medicine optimisation. Written by a team of experienced academics and registered paramedics, this edition has been comprehensively revised to align with the latest evidence-based guidelines and contemporary practice developments. Now expanded to 20 chapters, high-quality colour illustrations and a student-centred style ensure clarity and practical application across all topics. Readers will find: Three new chapters addressing end-of-life medications, pharmacology in primary care, and emergency medications to reflect expanded paramedic roles Practice exercises and interactive activities embedded throughout each chapter to reinforce pharmacological concepts and support clinical reasoning development Case studies and clinical flags that connect pharmacological principles directly to real-world paramedic decision-making scenarios in diverse care settings Accessible educational design supporting visual learners and facilitating rapid comprehension of complex pharmacological mechanisms Designed for pre-registration student paramedics and newly qualified practitioners, Fundamentals of Pharmacology for Paramedics provides the profession-specific pharmacological knowledge required for safe medication practice. It also serves as a reliable reference for NHS ambulance trusts seeking to support evidence-based clinical standards across their workforce.

Contents

Contributors Preface Prefixes, suffixes and abbreviations Acknowledgements Chapter 1 Introduction to pharmacology Chapter 2 How to use pharmaceutical and prescribing reference guides Chapter 3 Legal and ethical issues Chapter 4 Medicines management and the role of the healthcare provider Chapter 5 Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics Chapter 6 Drug formulations Chapter 7 Adverse drug reaction Chapter 8 Analgesics Chapter 9 Antibacterials Chapter 10 Medications used in the cardiovascular system Chapter 11 Medications and the renal system Chapter 12 Medications and diabetes mellitus Chapter 13 Medications and the respiratory system Chapter 14 Medications and the gastrointestinal system Chapter 15 Medications used in cancer Chapter 16 Medications and the nervous system Chapter 17 Medications used in mental health Chapter 18 Immunisations Chapter 19 Pharmacology in primary care Chapter 20 Emergency medications Answers Index

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