Tags: Medicine, Pharmacology,

Book Description:
Corresponding to Lilley's Pharmacology and the Nursing Process, 5th Edition, Pharmacology Online features a collection of ready-to-use modules and a library of online assets that may be used to create or customize an online, "blended," or web-enhanced pharmacology course. Take your students beyond the basic principles of pharmacology, and give them the hands-on practice that helps them understand how drugs work.Ready-to-use modules include:16 self-study modules, with 12 covering the basic principles of pharmacology, making use of animations, illustrations, integrated learning activities, and dynamic hyperlinks.26 case studies with realistic clinical scenarios to promote "learning by doing," and consequences for both correct and incorrect choices - plus feedback for incorrect choices.An Online Drug Handbook for quick reference, updated with the latest FDA approvals and withdrawals.Freestanding online "assets" that may be assigned "as is" or incorporated into an online course include:220 interactive learning activities with a challenging, game-like review of drug essentials.16 Roadside Assistance video clips featuring nationally known pharmacologist/speaker Alan P. Agins, PhD, who uses humor, analogy, and memorable visuals to present core pharmacology concepts.47 animations - 25 new - many included in the modules and all available as freestanding assets.Discussion Threads expanded to a total of 80 topics, facilitating virtual classroom discussions.An Audio Glossary with definitions and pronunciations for more than 1,400 terms and drug names.An expanded collection of about 220 images from the companion Evolve website.Four new self-study modules - one Drug Calculation Review, and three Drug Content Review.Six new ready-to-use case studies, including complicating conditions.A collection of 2,000 electronic flashcards - an average of 4 sets per chapter - for a handy, easy-to use way that students can memorize key information.10 new care planning activities - for a total of 20 - each with a brief case study along with a care plan template for completion.110 NCLEX examination-style practice quizzes, with each consisting of 10 to 15 questions.