Principles of Pharmacology药理学原理.ppt

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Principles of Pharmacology
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Learning es
Describe the five categories of pharmacology.
Differentiate between chemical, generic, and trade names for drugs.
Describe the major drug categories.
Identify the main sources of drug information.
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Learning es (cont.)
Distinguish between over-the-counter and prescription drugs.
the five schedules of controlled substances.
Describe how to register or renew a physician with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) for permission to administer, dispense, and prescribe controlled drugs.
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Learning es (cont.)
Carry out the procedure for renewing medications using a telephone.
Describe how ines work in the immune system.
patient education topics related to the use of nonprescription and prescription drugs.
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Introduction
Pharmacology – science or study of drugs
Medication errors can result in injury or death
Medical assistant
Knowledge of the foundations of pharmacology
Understand role of drugs in ambulatory medical facilities
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Medical Assistant’s Role in Pharmacology
Prescription drugs – physician’s order required to dispense and administer
OTC drugs – purchased by patient for self-treatment
You should
Be sure the physician is aware of all medications the patient is taking
Ask patients about use of alcohol and recreational drugs
Provide patient education
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Medical Assistant’s Role in Pharmacology (cont.)
Administration of drugs
Check state regulations scope of practice
Understand pharmacologic principles
Translate prescriptions
Answer basic patient questions
Adhere to legal requirements
Keep accurate records
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Drugs and Pharmacology
Drug – pound used to prevent, diagnose, or treat disease
Pharmacognosy – study of characteristics of natural drugs and their sources
Pharmacodynamics – study of what drugs do to the body
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Drugs and Pharmacology (cont.)
ics – study of what the body does to drugs
Pharmacothera