2021 Nurse’s Drug Handbook 20th Edition by Jones and Bartlett Learning ISBN 1284195368 9781284195361

Part I: Drug Information

1. Drug Classifications

   • Overview of Major Drug Categories (e.g., Analgesics, Antihypertensives, Antibiotics, etc.)
   • Indications and Mechanisms of Action

2. Individual Drug Entries

   • Drugs are typically listed alphabetically by their generic name, with each drug entry including:
     • Drug Class
     • Trade Names
     • Pharmacologic Class
     • Pharmacokinetics
     • Indications and Uses
     • Contraindications
     • Dosage and Administration
     • Special Populations (e.g., Pregnancy, Renal and Hepatic Impairment)
     • Adverse Effects
     • Drug Interactions
     • Nursing Considerations
     • Patient Education
     • Monitoring and Laboratory Tests
     • Quick Reference Information (e.g., peak action, half-life, etc.)

Part II: Appendices

• Appendix A: Drug Calculations

  • Basic Principles of Drug Dosage Calculation
  • Common Calculation Methods
  • Pediatric and Geriatric Considerations

• Appendix B: Common Drug Interactions

  • List of Drug Interactions with Clinical Significance

• Appendix C: Glossary of Terms

  • Definitions of Common Pharmacologic Terms

• Appendix D: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation

  • Drug Category Classifications for Pregnancy and Lactation
  • Teratogenicity and Risk Assessment

• Appendix E: Drugs in Special Populations

  • Pediatric, Geriatric, and Renal or Hepatic Impairment Guidelines

• Appendix F: Herbal and Alternative Therapies

  • Common Herbal Drugs and Their Effects
  • Drug-Herb Interactions

• Appendix G: Tables and Charts

  • Drug Administration Schedules
  • Laboratory Tests and Normal Values
  • Drug Monitoring Guidelines