Pharmacology for Nurses: A Pathophysiologic Approach (6th Edition) – eBook

About The Author

Carol Urban

Dr. Carol Urban, Associate Professor of Nursing, is the Associate Dean of Practice and Strategic Initiatives. Dr. Urban got her BSN from the University of Phoenix in 85, and her MSN and PhD in Nursing from George Mason University.

She teaches courses in pathophysiology/medical-surgical and pharmacology nursing. Carol has served on George Mason University's General Education Committee and Distance Education Council and is a member of the NOVA Community College Nursing Advisory Board and the NOVA HealthFORCE.

Michael P. Adams

Dr. Michael Patrick Adams is an accomplished educator, author, and national speaker. The National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development in Austin, Texas, named Dr. Adams a Master Teacher. He has published two other textbooks with Pearson Publishing: Core Concepts in Pharmacology and Pharmacology: Connections to Nursing Practice.

Dr. Adams obtained his master's degree in pharmacology from Michigan State University and his doctorate in education from the University of South Florida. Dr. Adams was on the faculty of Lansing Community College and St. Petersburg College and served as Dean of Health Professions at Pasco-Hernando State College for 15 years. He is an Adjunct Biological Sciences Professor at Pasco-Hernando State College and Hillsborough Community College.

Norman Holland

Dr. Leland Norman Holland, Ph.D. (Norm), was quickly drawn to teaching in higher medical education, where he has spent most of his career. Among the areas where he has been particularly effective are preparatory programs in medicine, dentistry, nursing, pharmacy, and allied health.

Dr. Holland is both a professor and supporter of nursing education nationwide. He brings to the profession a depth of knowledge in biology, chemistry and medically related subjects such as microbiology, biological chemistry and pharmacology. Dr. Holland’s doctoral degree is in medical pharmacology.