Principles of Pharmacology for Athletic Trainers

Principles of Pharmacology for Athletic Trainers, Third Edition continues the tradition of past editions to provide applications of pharmacological principles specifically aimed at the athletic trainer.The drug categories that are included are primarily those that may be pertinent to the treatment of athletic injuries or that may affect athletic performance. Drs. Joel Houglum, Gary Harrelson, and Teresa Seefeldt have taken a unique aspect to the organization and design of the Third Edition to be instructional discussions regarding the use and effects of drugs and of the disease states treated by these drug categories.Additionally, there is a specific discussion of the role of the athletic trainer regarding the therapeutic use and effects of these drugs. Features of the Third Edition:Satisfies all of the CAATE Educational Competencies on pharmacologyAdvanced organizers and specific learning objectives at the beginning of each chapterSummaries after each major topic within the chapterCase studies and clinical applicationsDiscussion on popular fitness supplementsKey words are in italics and defined in the glossaryConcept maps present important, yet complex, processes in a concise, graphical wayShaded textboxes throughout include additional information and are beneficial for the reader to recall a key concept addressed in an earlier chapterNew ancillary materials specifically for faculty that include PowerPoint slides and test bank questions for each chapterIncluded with the text are online supplemental materials for faculty use in the classroom. Principles of Pharmacology for Athletic Trainers, Third Edition will continue to be the go-to resource to determine the best pharmacological treatment strategy and management by athletic trainers.