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Community Pharmacy: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment, 5th Edition

Edition: Community Pharmacy: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment is a revised reference aimed especially at undergraduate and pre-registration pharmacy trainees, as well as non-medical prescribers. Its condition-based structure combines assessment guidance, referral prompts, treatment tables, case studies and chapter-end questions.

At a glance

Organised around basic anatomy, history-taking and body systems.
Tables cover differential diagnosis questions, evidence-based OTC medication, practical prescribing and product selection.
Includes referral trigger points, hints and tips, with self-assessment questions and explained answers at chapter ends.
Expanded chapter-end case studies support applied learning.
Listing describes an enhanced ebook with extra questions, written cases, physical examination videos and an evidence-based medicine chapter.

Price

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Pros and cons

Pros

The mix of condition coverage, referral prompts and treatment-selection tables supports structured study and reference.
Chapter-end questions with explanations and case studies provide opportunities to apply the material.
The listed physical dimensions and weight are specified for buyers assessing portability.

Technical specifications

9 specifications

Publication
Publisher	Elsevier
Publication date	27 Jun. 2020
Edition	5th
Language	English
Print length	416 pages
ISBN-10	0702080209
ISBN-13	978-0702080203

Dimensions and installation
Weight listed	281 g
Dimensions	18.42 x 1.91 x 23.5 cm

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Undergraduate and pre-registration pharmacy trainees seeking a structured reference for community pharmacy symptoms and treatment.
Non-medical prescribers looking for a reference organised by anatomy, history-taking and body system.
Learners who value case studies and chapter-end self-assessment.

Less suited to

Readers seeking a general home medicine guide rather than a community-pharmacy-focused reference.

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.8 / 5 · 151 ratings

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Customer feedback describes the book as helpful and useful for community pharmacists, with positive mentions of its usefulness and content. That reported reception may matter to trainees and practitioners wanting a practical reference, but ratings alone do not establish how well it fits a particular course or practice need.

Positive themes

Customer feedback describes the book as helpful and useful for community pharmacists.
Feedback includes positive mentions of the book's usefulness and content.

Frequently asked questions

Who is this book aimed at?

The listing describes it as an essential reference for non-medical prescribers, especially undergraduate and pre-registration pharmacy trainees.

How is the material organised?

It is structured by basic anatomy, history-taking and body system, with diagnosis and treatment information presented in tables.

Does it include study exercises?

Yes. The listing describes chapter-end self-assessment questions with answer explanations and expanded case studies.

Are ebook extras included with every copy?

The listing mentions an enhanced ebook and bonus materials, but does not clarify whether access is included with every format or copy. Check the selected edition and format before buying.