Recognizing that the value of pharmacists extends beyond clinical interventions to include cost-effective healthcare solutions and compassionate, patient-centered care, this new series of handbooks aims to fill this gap by showcasing the expanded roles and responsibilities of pharmacists. It will be first of its kind to provide comprehensive information about evidence-based pharmacist care, providing the latest research, guidelines, and up-to-date best practices. This handbook series is unique in that each volume covers a specific topic, such as infectious diseases, gastrointestinal diseases, and cardiovascular diseases (to name just three areas) and will explore the impact of pharmacist care on patients in clinical settings, consider the economics and humanistic outcomes, as well as discuss the challenges and present helpful advice for implementing effective pharmacist care. The volumes will also delve into the implications, methods, and challenges of providing online and distance pharmacist care services for the specific diseases and conditions as well. Volume 5: System-Specific Infections focuses on the critical role of pharmacists in the management of infectious diseases. This book, the first part of our exploration into infectious diseases, provides an in-depth look at various infections, ranging from common to complex, and the impact of pharmacist-led care in these areas. The volume present an array of system-specific infections that pharmacists encounter in clinical settings. Each chapter is dedicated to a specific type of infection, discussing the clinical challenges, the economic implications of care, and the humanistic aspects of managing these conditions.
Through this comprehensive approach, the volume highlights the vital role pharmacists play in the prevention, management, and treatment of infectious diseases. Chapters cover central nervous system infections, gastrointestinal infections, endocarditis, fungal infections, viral infections, malaria, amebiasis, giardiasis, dengue fever, and urinary tract infections. This book serves as a comprehensive resource for pharmacists and healthcare professionals, providing valuable insights into the management of infectious diseases. Through evidence-based practices, case studies, and practical advice, this book will empower pharmacists to enhance patient care in this vital field. Volumes in Handbook of Evidence-Based Pharmacist Care Volume 1: Cardiovascular Diseases Volume 2: Endocrine, Respiratory, and Renal Diseases and Disorders Volume 3: Gastrointestinal Diseases and Disorders Volume 4: Arthritis and Psychiatric Diseases and Disorders Volume 5: System-Specific Infections Volume 6: Widespread and Transmissible Infections Volume 7: Skin Diseases and Conditions Volume 8: Neurological, Hematological, and Urological Diseases and Disorders Volume 9: Oncological Diseases and Disorders Volume 10: Diseases and Disorders of Special Populations Volume 11: Pharmacist Care in Special Services Volume 12: Advanced Practices in Pharmacist Care Volume 13: Pharmacist Skills and Competencies Volume 14: Clinical Pharmacy, Advanced Pharmacist Practice, and Pharmacy Clinics: Case Studies from Around the World.