Principles of Pharmacology - Landing药理学原理着陆.ppt

McGraw-Hill PowerPoint? presentation to accompany: Medical Assisting Third Edition Booth, Whicker, Wyman, Pugh, Thompson Learning Outcomes 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. Learning Outcomes (cont.) 50.5 Contrast over-the-counter and prescription drugs. 50.6 Compare the five schedules of controlled  substances. 50.7 Describe how to register a physician with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) for permission to administer, dispense, and prescribe controlled drugs. Learning Outcomes (cont.) 50.8 Describe how to telephone a medication refill. 50.9 Describe how vaccines work in the  immune system. 50.10 Identify patient education topics related to the use of nonprescription and prescription drugs. 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 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 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 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 Drugs and Pharmaco