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After completing Chapter 50, you will be able to:
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50.1 Describe the five categories of pharmacology. |
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50.2 Differentiate between chemical, generic, and trade names for drugs. |
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50.3 Describe the major drug categories. |
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50.4 List the main sources of drug information. |
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50.5 Contrast over-the-counter and prescription drugs. |
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50.6 Compare the five schedules of controlled substances. |
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50.7 Describe how to register a physician with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) for permission to administer, dispense, and prescribe controlled drugs. |
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50.8 Describe how vaccines work in the immune system. |
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50.9 Identify patient education topics related to the use of nonprescription and prescription drugs. |