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Table of Contents
1 Cover
6 Preface
8 Prefixes, suffixes and abbreviations Abbreviations used in prescriptions
9 Chapter 1: Introduction to pharmacology Aim Naming and classifying drugs How drugs bring about their actions How are we able to manipulate physiological function using drugs? Receptors as sites of drug action Enzymes as sites of drug action Ion channels Transport molecules Selectivity of binding and its effect The drug–body interaction is a dynamic process Conclusion Glossary References Further reading Multiple‐choice questions
10 Chapter 2: How to use pharmaceutical and prescribing reference guides Aim Introduction HCPC Standards of conduct, performance and ethics HCPC Standards of proficiency for paramedics Joint Royal Colleges Ambulance Liaison Committee (JRCALC) Clinical Practice Guidelines Useful additional resources Conclusion Disclaimer References Further reading Multiple‐choice questions
11 Chapter 3: Legal and ethical issues Aim Introduction The law Ethical principles and theories Regulatory bodies Research Conclusion Glossary References Further reading Multiple‐choice questions
12 Chapter 4: Medicines management and the role of the paramedic Aim Introduction Medicines management Manufacturing, marketing, procurement and sale Selection Supply Prescribing Handling and administration Medicines optimisation Storage and disposal Conclusion References Further reading Multiple‐choice questions
13 Chapter 5: Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics Aim Introduction Pharmacokinetics Pharmacodynamics Conclusion References Further reading Multiple‐choice questions