Overview

Principles of Clinical Toxicology, Fourth Edition is an introductory text for students of the health professions who are learning the principles behind the management of the poisoned patient. The text is presented in an easy-to-understand style that allows students to comprehend complex principles in a useful way, see how they are used in practice through examples, and assess their level of understanding of chapter content through self-review questions. Chapters are thoroughly updated with the latest views on the mechanisms of toxicity and the management of poisonings. Key features of the Fourth Edition include:

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Author:   Douglas J. Bricker
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Inc
Imprint:   CRC Press Inc
Edition:   4th edition
ISBN:  

9780849353505

ISBN 10:   0849353505
Pages:   672
Publication Date:   01 January 2009
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Undergraduate ,  Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Unknown
Availability:   Awaiting stock  

Table of Contents

1. Toxicology in Perspective. 2. Factors Influencing Toxicity. 3. Principles in the Management of the Poisoned Patient. Chemicals and Environmental Toxic Agents. 4. Alcohols, Glycols, and Aldehydes. 5. Nitrates and Nitrites. 6. Carbon Monoxide. 7. Hydrocarbons. 8. Pesticides. 9. Metals.10. Plants. 11. Household Products. 12. Biological and Chemical Agents Used in Terrorism and Warfare. Drug Toxicity. 13. Analgesics, Antipyretics, and Anti-inflammatory Agents. 14. Opioids. 15. Central Nervous System Depressants. 16. Anticholinergics, Phenothiazines, and AntiDepressants.17. Central Nervous System Stimulants. 18. Street Drugs, Club Drugs, and other Drugs of Abuse. 19. Cardiovascular Drugs. Vitamins, Herbal Products, and Nutritional Supplements.

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