Table of Contents
Preface ix
Introduction xi
Cross-References to Selected Pharmacology Texts xxi
List of Abbreviations and Acronyms xxiii
General Principles
Questions 1
Answers 17
The Peripheral Nervous Systems: Autonomic and Somatic
Questions 39
Answers 66
The Central Nervous System
Questions 103
Answers 131
The Cardiovascular System
Questions 165
Answers 200
The Renal System and Diuretics
Questions 249
Answers 259
The Respiratory System: Asthma and COPD
Questions 275
Answers 281
Local Control Substances: Autacoids and Drugs for Inflammatory Processes
Questions 291
Answers 304
The Gastrointestinal System and Nutrition
Questions 321
Answers 330
The Endocrine System, Uterine Stimulants and Relaxants
Questions 343
Answers 360
Anti-Infectives
Questions 381
Answers 399
Cancer Chemotherapy and Immunosuppressants
Questions 419
Answers 426
Toxicology
Questions 437
Answers 443
Index 451
This one-of-a-kind test prep guide helps you to get to know material on the pharmacology shelf exam and the USMLE Step 1; practice with 500 USMLE Step 1-style questions with referenced answers; review explanations for right and wrong answers; and build confidence, skills, and knowledge.
Biography
Marshal Shlafer, PhD is Professor of Pharmacology and Director of Undergraduate Medical Pharmacology Education at the University of Michigan Medical School (Ann Arbor, MI).
