MedSurg/Adult Health 1 (Antimalarial Drugs)

Ch. 43 provides an in-depth look at antimalarial, antiprotozoal, and anthelmintic drugs, focusing on their use in treating parasitic infections. It outlines the infectious processes of malaria, other protozoal diseases, and helminthic infections, comparing their signs and symptoms. The text details various drug classifications, including their mechanisms of action, indications, and potential adverse effects, while also discussing nursing care considerations for patients receiving these medications. Key terms related to these infections and treatments are defined.