Chapter 19 - Principles of pharmacology. After studying this chapter you will be able to: 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;. | 19 Principles of Pharmacology 19- Learning Outcomes 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. 19- Learning Outcomes (cont.) Distinguish between over-the-counter and prescription drugs. Compare 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. 19- Learning Outcomes (cont.) Carry out the procedure for renewing medications using a telephone. Describe how vaccines work in the immune system. Organize patient education topics related to the use of nonprescription and prescription drugs. 19- Introduction Pharmacology – science or study of drugs Medication errors can result in injury or death Medical . | 19 Principles of Pharmacology 19- Learning Outcomes 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. 19- Learning Outcomes (cont.) Distinguish between over-the-counter and prescription drugs. Compare 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. 19- Learning Outcomes (cont.) Carry out the procedure for renewing medications using a telephone. Describe how vaccines work in the immune system. Organize patient education topics related to the use of nonprescription and prescription drugs. 19- 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 19- 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 19- 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 19- Drugs and Pharmacology Drug – chemical compound 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 19- Drugs and Pharmacology .
