PHARMACOLOGY IN TASKS. GENERAL AND CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY

We give to the readers the second part of the series "Pharmacology in tasks", devoted to issues of general and clinical pharmacology. This textbook is unique, and its value lies in acquiring knowledge by performing tasks - from the simplest to the more and more difficult ones. Learning pharmacology by solving tasks that reflect clinical situations and problems is more pleasant and less tedious than studying traditional textbooks, and also better consolidates knowledge.

• Acquiring knowledge through tasks: Learning pharmacology becomes more interactive and engaging.
• Practical application: The tasks reflect real clinical situations, which makes understanding and memorizing easier.
• Individualization of therapy: The textbook draws attention to the need to adapt the treatment to the individual needs of the patient.
• Versatile application: It can be used to learn pharmacology, clinical pharmacology, pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics and pharmaceutical care.
• For students and teachers: Ideal for both self-study and conducting classes.
• Help in preparing for exams: Excellent support in preparing for specialist exams.

Thanks to appropriately arranged tasks, the reader follows the drug from the moment it is purchased at the pharmacy and obtains general information about it, through the pharmacokinetic processes that determine the achievement of the drug's point of attachment after taking it, the mechanism of exerting the therapeutic effect, to the elimination of the drug from the body. The textbook draws attention to the need to individualize therapy due to coexisting diseases, preferences regarding the method of taking medications or dietary habits of the patient.

The publication is addressed to students of various medical fields, students of medicine, dentistry, pharmacy. It will also be an excellent aid in preparing for some specialist exams, e.g. in the field of pharmacy, clinical or hospital pharmacy. It can be used to learn pharmacology, clinical pharmacology, pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, pharmaceutical care, as it covers many aspects related to the drug.

The textbook is dedicated to students as part of their own work, as well as to academic teachers, for whom the tasks may be helpful in conducting classes or preparing credits. Year of publication: 2020, binding: paperback, Publisher: PZWL, Number of pages: 200, Format: 235x169 mm.