This practical handbook aims at familiarizing students and scientists with the most common calculations encountered in the pharmaceutical sciences. It consolidates theoretical knowledge by applying it to the solution of real problems. Each chapter provides a short introduction of the relevant theory and includes equations to aid the comprehension of the theoretical principle. The text includes 220 solved examples and 250 problems and answers. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
This book presents a contemporary view of pharmacy practice research covering theories, methodologies, models and techniques that are applicable. It has thirteen chapters covering the range of quantitative, qualitative, action research and mixed methods as well as management theories underpinning change in pharmacy practice. “Pharmacy Practice Research Methods” examines the evidence and impact as well as explores the future. Pharmacy practice is rapidly transforming and as such it is to be adaptable as student and academic researchers and to not only understand techniques and methodologies, but as champions to nurture the field. There is a literature in this area but few integrated texts which cover the wide range of pharmacy practice including methodologies, evidence, practice and policy. This book provides a solid foundation for exploring these phenomenon further, and is expected to serve as a valuable resource for academics, students, policy makers and professional organisations.
This is a comprehensive guide to applying research methods to practice problems. It uses case-based examples and activities rooted in practice to support development of knowledge, skills, and confidence in applying evidence-based research methods. An array of different methodologies and qualitative/quantitative methods are described. Examples of topics include distinction between methodologies and methods, ethics protocols, as well as design/implementation/data analysis/interpretation of findings using methods such as surveys, interviews, focus groups, observational research, database mining, text and document analysis, quality improvement (PDSA cycles), economic (cost/benefit) evaluations. - Perfect for MPharm students doing their research thesis, but relevant to all bioscience students undertaking research projects. - Use of pharmacy practice case examples (in community, hospital, ambulatory, primary care and other settings) throughout. - Examples of how to tackle a research question from different perspectives, e.g. which is the best way to answer each question and why. - Inter-professional practice and research emphasized. - Self-assessment and self-reflection questions to help readers confirm their understanding/learning. - A one-stop research-method teaching resource for faculty.
Quantitative calculations are common everyday practice for the analytical chemist in his laboratory work. This book aims at familiarizing students and technicians with such calculations done in pharmaceutical analysis, biopharmaceutics, pharmacokinetics, pharmacy practice, pharmaceutical chemistry, physical pharmacy and radiopharmacy. It exposes the reader to various approaches for problem solving and aids in consolidating theoretical knowledge by applying it to the solution of real problems. Structured in 15 chapters, each one containing a short introduction of the relevant theory and equations to facilitate the comprehension of theoretical principles and the solution of the relevant problems.
The fifth edition of Pharmaceutical Practice has been totally overhauled and restructured to bring the contents completely up to date and to reflect emerging new roles for pharmacists both within the traditional employment areas of hospital and community pharmacy, as well as other developing roles supporting the public health agenda, governance, risk management, prescribing and pharmacoeconomics. It covers a wide range of subjects relevant to pharmacy practice, including communication skills, managing a business, quality assurance, dispensing, calculations, packaging, storage and labeling of medicines, sterilization, prescriptions, hospital-based services, techniques and treatments, adverse drug reactions, cost-benefit, and medicines management. Each chapter begins with Study Point and ends with Key Points to reinforce learning. Appendices include medical abbreviations, Latin terms and abbreviations, systems of weights and measurements, presentation skills and key references. Self-assessment questions for more complex areas of pharmaceutical practice. New chapters on control of medicines; control of health professionals and their staff; ethics in practice; Standard Operating Procedures; structure and organisation of pharmacy; veterinary pharmacy; appliances; public health, and pharmacy interventions. New editor on the team, Jennie Watson. Many new contributors, comprising practising pharmacists, teachers of pharmacy, and pharmacists with joint appointments between hospital/community pharmacy and universities.
This text provides the theory and practice for conducting pharmaceutical policy research. It covers all aspects of scientific research from conceptualising to statistical analysis. It also provides scientific basis and a good understanding of the principles and practice of conducting pharmaceutical policy research.
This contributed volume presents an overview of concepts, methods, and applications used in several quantitative areas of drug research, development, and marketing. Chapters bring together the theories and applications of various disciplines, allowing readers to learn more about quantitative fields, and to better recognize the differences between them. Because it provides a thorough overview, this will serve as a self-contained resource for readers interested in the pharmaceutical industry, and the quantitative methods that serve as its foundation. Specific disciplines covered include: Biostatistics Pharmacometrics Genomics Bioinformatics Pharmacoepidemiology Commercial analytics Operational analytics Quantitative Methods in Pharmaceutical Research and Development is ideal for undergraduate students interested in learning about real-world applications of quantitative methods, and the potential career options open to them. It will also be of interest to experts working in these areas.
