Chapter 50 - Principles of pharmacology. Pharmacology, which is the science of drugs, is a great responsibility to any allied health professional. Medication mistakes made can injure or even cause the death of a patient. It is important to begin with a good working knowledge of the foundations of pharmacology. This chapter provides an overview of the role of drugs in ambulatory medical facilities. | Chapter 50 PowerPoint® to accompany Second Edition Ramutkowski Booth Pugh Thompson Whicker Copyright © The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. Permission required for reproduction or display. Medical Assisting Chapter 50 Objectives: 50-1 Describe the five categories of pharmacology. 50-2 Differentiate between chemical, generic, and trade names for drugs. 50-3 Describe the major drug categories. 50-4 List the main sources of drug information. 50-5 Contrast over-the-counter and prescription drugs. 50-6 Compare the five schedules of controlled substances. Principles of Pharmacology Objectives: 50-7 Describe how to register a physician with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) for permission to administer, dispense, and prescribe controlled drugs. 50-8 Describe how vaccines work in the immune system. 50-9 Identify patient education topics related to the use of nonprescription and prescription drugs. Principles of Pharmacology Introduction Pharmacology – Science of drugs . | Chapter 50 PowerPoint® to accompany Second Edition Ramutkowski Booth Pugh Thompson Whicker Copyright © The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. Permission required for reproduction or display. Medical Assisting Chapter 50 Objectives: 50-1 Describe the five categories of pharmacology. 50-2 Differentiate between chemical, generic, and trade names for drugs. 50-3 Describe the major drug categories. 50-4 List the main sources of drug information. 50-5 Contrast over-the-counter and prescription drugs. 50-6 Compare the five schedules of controlled substances. Principles of Pharmacology Objectives: 50-7 Describe how to register a physician with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) for permission to administer, dispense, and prescribe controlled drugs. 50-8 Describe how vaccines work in the immune system. 50-9 Identify patient education topics related to the use of nonprescription and prescription drugs. Principles of Pharmacology Introduction Pharmacology – Science of drugs Medication mistakes can injure or even cause death of a patient. This chapter will provide an overview of the role of drugs in ambulatory medical facilities You will need to have a good working knowledge of the foundations of pharmacology. Medical Assistant’s Role in Pharmacology You will need to: Have basic knowledge of medications Be attentive to ensure that the physician is aware of all the medications a patient is taking. Ask patients about use of alcohol, vitamins, herbal medications, or recreational drugs Drugs and Pharmacology Drug - chemical compound used to prevent, diagnose or treat a disease or other abnormal condition Pharmacologist - specialist in pharmacology A doctor prescribes a drug when he gives a patient a prescription to be filled by a pharmacy. You are responsible to administer a drug by giving it directly by injection, by mouth, or by any other route to introduce the drug into a patient’s body. Categories of Pharmacology Pharmacognosy – study of .
