Mastering Pharmacology for Nursing Care: A Comprehensive Guide

By Jacqueline Rosenjack Burchum DNSc FNP-BC CNE, Laura D. Rosenthal DNP RN ACNP-BC FAANP,
Master the art of pharmacology and its application in nursing practice with Lehne’s Pharmacology for Nursing Care, 12th Edition.

A Engaging Approach to Learning Nursing Pharmacology

This esteemed textbook takes a unique approach to making pharmacology enjoyable and easy to understand. It focuses on the most critical content, streamlining discussions of drug interactions and adverse effects to provide a clear understanding of pharmacologic principles and the clinical use of drugs.

Key Features that Set this Textbook Apart

• Clear and Engaging Writing Style: Complex concepts are simplified, making difficult pharmacology content accessible and enjoyable.
• Prototype Drugs Approach: Representative agents are used to characterize all members of a given drug group, allowing you to apply your understanding to related drugs, both current and future.
• Nursing Implications Integrated Throughout: The relationship between drug therapy and nursing care is highlighted, with summaries of major nursing implications for easy reference.
• Special Interest Topic Boxes: Engaging vignettes explore the everyday impact of pharmacology, including topics like vaping and COVID-19 vaccines.
• Safety Alerts: Important safety concerns related to contraindications, adverse effects, and more are highlighted for quick reference.
• Concise Drug Summary Tables: Key information for individual drugs is presented in an easy-to-digest format, including drug class, generic and trade names, dosages, routes, and indications.
• Person-Centered Care Across the Life Span Tables: Safe and appropriate care for patients from infancy to older adulthood is summarized for convenient reference.

New and Updated Content

This 12th edition includes the latest FDA drug approvals, withdrawals, and therapeutic uses, along with updated nursing content. Additionally, new chapters and sections cover:

• Transgender Health: Gender-affirming hormone treatment for transgender patients is explored in a dedicated chapter.
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Updated gender-neutral language and an enhanced emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion are woven throughout the text.
• COVID-19 Updates: The latest vaccination information and pharmacotherapeutic implications are addressed.
• CBD and Medical Marijuana: The growing use of these substances is discussed in detail.
• Next-Generation NCLEX Examination (NGN) Resources: New resources on the Evolve website and in the companion Study Guide support successful exam preparation.

With Lehne’s Pharmacology for Nursing Care, 12th Edition, you’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of pharmacology and its application in nursing practice, preparing you for success in your career and on the Next-Generation NCLEX Examination (NGN).