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Overview
This portable clinical handbook provides quick access to all major biologic agents and their respective nursing management. Individual chapters on all major categories follow a consistent, clinically useful format of: overview of biology, mechanism of action, regulatory approvals, clinical tips, side effects, administration/dosing, and bibliography.
The book contains black-and-white illustrations.
This portable clinical handbook provides quick access to all major biologic agents and their respective nursing management. Individual chapters on all major categories follow a consistent, clinically useful, format of overview of biology, mechanism of action, regulatory approvals, clinical tips, side effects, administration/dosing, and bibliography.
Synopsis
This Portable Clinical Handbook Provides Quick Access To All Major Biologic Agents And Their Respective Nursing Management. Individual Chapters On All Major Categories Follow A Consistent, Clinically Useful Format Of: Overview Of Biology, Mechanism Of Action, Regulatory Approvals, Clinical Tips, Side Effects, Administration/Dosing, And Bibliography.
Eileen O'Connor
This paperback handbook was developed from Biotherapy: A Comprehensive Overview by the same editor, published in 1995. The information is presented in a complete, concise manner. Of particular interest is the updated section on the monoclonal antibody biotherapy in use at present as well as the new chapter on the various diseases currently being treated with biotherapy. The purpose is to provide nurses with a clinically useful tool to locate information for the care of patients receiving treatment with biotherapy. Since biotherapy is rapidly becoming a common treatment modality alone and in combination with other therapies for oncological and nononcologlcal diseases, there is most certainly a need for this book not only for nurses but for all practitioners caring for patients receiving biotherapy including residents, pharmacists, and physicians. The book is divided into nine chapters. In the first two the history and development of biotherapy is presented, as well as a complete overview of the immune system. Schematic diagrams are included that facilitate easier understanding of the processes involved in the genetic engineering technology, as well as a diagram showing the pathway of the body's defense mechanism, the immune system. The next five chapters are devoted to the major categories of biological agents in clinical use. The text is an overview of the function of each agent, clinical experience with the agent alone and in combination therapy, biochemotherapy, regulatory approval, reimbursement information, side effects, and future directions. Each agent is covered in detail followed by a Quick Summary Guide along with resource information for practitioners and patients which isunique to such a reference book. In the eighth chapter patient management is discussed in depth. A quick reference table is included, listing by system the most common side effects of the agents currently in use. The last chapter is the new chapter regarding the various diseases currently being treated with biotherapy. There is a very thorough Nursing Plan of Care and a excellent Patient Teaching Plan included in the appendixes. This is an excellent book and one that should be included in the library of all healthcare practitioners caring for patients being treated with biotherapy. To my knowledge, this is the only pocketbook devoted to biotherapy. The information contained in this small, easy to carry book is presented in a clear, concise, and easy to understand format and should be included in the library of all practitioners caring for patients receiving biotherapy.
Editorials
From The Critics
Reviewer: Eileen O'Connor, RN, FNP, MSN (Mount Sinai Medical Center)Description: This paperback handbook was developed from Biotherapy: A Comprehensive Overview by the same editor, published in 1995. The information is presented in a complete, concise manner. Of particular interest is the updated section on the monoclonal antibody biotherapy in use at present as well as the new chapter on the various diseases currently being treated with biotherapy.
Purpose: The purpose is to provide nurses with a clinically useful tool to locate information for the care of patients receiving treatment with biotherapy.
Audience: Since biotherapy is rapidly becoming a common treatment modality alone and in combination with other therapies for oncological and nononcologlcal diseases, there is most certainly a need for this book not only for nurses but for all practitioners caring for patients receiving biotherapy including residents, pharmacists, and physicians.
Features: The book is divided into nine chapters. In the first two the history and development of biotherapy is presented, as well as a complete overview of the immune system. Schematic diagrams are included that facilitate easier understanding of the processes involved in the genetic engineering technology, as well as a diagram showing the pathway of the body's defense mechanism, the immune system. The next five chapters are devoted to the major categories of biological agents in clinical use. The text is an overview of the function of each agent, clinical experience with the agent alone and in combination therapy, biochemotherapy, regulatory approval, reimbursement information, side effects, and future directions. Each agent is covered in detail followed by a Quick Summary Guide along with resource information for practitioners and patients which is unique to such a reference book. In the eighth chapter patient management is discussed in depth. A quick reference table is included, listing by system the most common side effects of the agents currently in use. The last chapter is the new chapter regarding the various diseases currently being treated with biotherapy. There is a very thorough Nursing Plan of Care and a excellent Patient Teaching Plan included in the appendixes.
Assessment: This is an excellent book and one that should be included in the library of all healthcare practitioners caring for patients being treated with biotherapy. To my knowledge, this is the only pocketbook devoted to biotherapy. The information contained in this small, easy to carry book is presented in a clear, concise, and easy to understand format and should be included in the library of all practitioners caring for patients receiving biotherapy.
From The Critics
Reviewer: Eileen O'Connor, RN, FNP, MSN (Mount Sinai Medical Center)Description: This paperback handbook was developed from Biotherapy: A Comprehensive Overview by the same editor, published in 1995. The information is presented in a complete, concise manner. Of particular interest is the updated section on the monoclonal antibody biotherapy in use at present as well as the new chapter on the various diseases currently being treated with biotherapy.
Purpose: The purpose is to provide nurses with a clinically useful tool to locate information for the care of patients receiving treatment with biotherapy.
Audience: Since biotherapy is rapidly becoming a common treatment modality alone and in combination with other therapies for oncological and nononcologlcal diseases, there is most certainly a need for this book not only for nurses but for all practitioners caring for patients receiving biotherapy including residents, pharmacists, and physicians.
Features: The book is divided into nine chapters. In the first two the history and development of biotherapy is presented, as well as a complete overview of the immune system. Schematic diagrams are included that facilitate easier understanding of the processes involved in the genetic engineering technology, as well as a diagram showing the pathway of the body's defense mechanism, the immune system. The next five chapters are devoted to the major categories of biological agents in clinical use. The text is an overview of the function of each agent, clinical experience with the agent alone and in combination therapy, biochemotherapy, regulatory approval, reimbursement information, side effects, and future directions. Each agent is covered in detail followed by a Quick Summary Guide along with resource information for practitioners and patients which is unique to such a reference book. In the eighth chapter patient management is discussed in depth. A quick reference table is included, listing by system the most common side effects of the agents currently in use. The last chapter is the new chapter regarding the various diseases currently being treated with biotherapy. There is a very thorough Nursing Plan of Care and a excellent Patient Teaching Plan included in the appendixes.
Assessment: This is an excellent book and one that should be included in the library of all healthcare practitioners caring for patients being treated with biotherapy. To my knowledge, this is the only pocketbook devoted to biotherapy. The information contained in this small, easy to carry book is presented in a clear, concise, and easy to understand format and should be included in the library of all practitioners caring for patients receiving biotherapy.
Eileen O'Connor
This paperback handbook was developed from Biotherapy: A Comprehensive Overview by the same editor, published in 1995. The information is presented in a complete, concise manner. Of particular interest is the updated section on the monoclonal antibody biotherapy in use at present as well as the new chapter on the various diseases currently being treated with biotherapy. The purpose is to provide nurses with a clinically useful tool to locate information for the care of patients receiving treatment with biotherapy. Since biotherapy is rapidly becoming a common treatment modality alone and in combination with other therapies for oncological and nononcologlcal diseases, there is most certainly a need for this book not only for nurses but for all practitioners caring for patients receiving biotherapy including residents, pharmacists, and physicians. The book is divided into nine chapters. In the first two the history and development of biotherapy is presented, as well as a complete overview of the immune system. Schematic diagrams are included that facilitate easier understanding of the processes involved in the genetic engineering technology, as well as a diagram showing the pathway of the body's defense mechanism, the immune system. The next five chapters are devoted to the major categories of biological agents in clinical use. The text is an overview of the function of each agent, clinical experience with the agent alone and in combination therapy, biochemotherapy, regulatory approval, reimbursement information, side effects, and future directions. Each agent is covered in detail followed by a Quick Summary Guide along with resource information for practitioners and patients which isunique to such a reference book. In the eighth chapter patient management is discussed in depth. A quick reference table is included, listing by system the most common side effects of the agents currently in use. The last chapter is the new chapter regarding the various diseases currently being treated with biotherapy. There is a very thorough Nursing Plan of Care and a excellent Patient Teaching Plan included in the appendixes. This is an excellent book and one that should be included in the library of all healthcare practitioners caring for patients being treated with biotherapy. To my knowledge, this is the only pocketbook devoted to biotherapy. The information contained in this small, easy to carry book is presented in a clear, concise, and easy to understand format and should be included in the library of all practitioners caring for patients receiving biotherapy.Booknews
A pocket (4x7.5<">) reference on all major biological agents and their respective nursing management. Individual chapters on all major categories follow a consistent format of overview of biology, mechanisms of action, regulatory approvals, clinical tips, side effects, administration and dosing, bibliography, and useful web sites and addresses. Information is presented in outline format. Includes overview chapters on biotherapy and the immune system, plus a glossary. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)4 Stars! from Doody