Antibiotic basics for clinicians : the ABCs of choosing the right antibacterial agent / Alan R. Hauser.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Hauser, Alan R., 1959-

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Bacterial Infections--drug therapy.

Anti-Bacterial Agents--therapeutic use.

Antibiotics--Outlines, syllabi, etc.

Antibiotics.

Medical Subjects:

Bacterial Infections--drug therapy.

Anti-Bacterial Agents--therapeutic use.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (v, 319 pages) : illustrations (chiefly colour)

Edition:

3rd ed.

Place of Publication:

Philadelphia : Wolters Kluwer, [2019]

Summary:

"Popular as a classroom text, for review, and as a clinical quick-reference, this time-saving resource helps medical students master the rationale behind antibiotic selection for common bacterial pathogens and infectious diseases. Updated content reflects the latest antibiotic medications available on the market, and new full-color illustrations strengthen users' understanding of the application of antibiotic drug treatment.New full-color illustrations reinforce comprehension with greater clarity. Updated content familiarizes users with the most relevant antibacterial agents and treatment guidelines. Succinct, practical guidelines simplify challenging content for easier understanding. Additional pearls emphasize mnemonics and enhance retention of critical information. Remember boxes, History boxes, and drug tables save time with fast access to key information for selecting anti-infection agents. Extensive review cases and questions reinforce learning and clinical application."--Provided by publisher.

Contents:

1. Cell envelope

2. Protein production

3. Replication

4. Measuring susceptibility to antibiotics

5. Antibiotics that target the cell envelope

6. Antibiotics that block protein production

7. Antibiotics that target DNA and replication

8. Antimycobacterial agents

9. Summary of antibacterial agents

10. Gram-positive bacteria

11. Gram-negative bacteria

12. Anaerobic bacteria

13. Atypical bacteria

14. Spirochetes

15. Mycobacteria

16. Pneumonia

17. Urinary tract infections

18. Pelvic inflammatory disease

19. Meningitis

20. Cellulitis

21. Otitis media

22. Infective endocarditis

23. Intravascular-related catheter infections

24.Intra-abdominal infections

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

9781496384485

9781496385932

1496385934

OCLC:

1061558089