Popular as a classroom text for review and as a clinical quick reference Antibiotics Basics
for Clinicians: Choosing the Right Antibacterial Agent 4th Edition helps readers master the
rationale behind antibiotic selection for common bacterial pathogens and infectious diseases.
Dr. Alan R. Hauser has updated this easy-to-understand time-saving resource to cover the
latest antibiotic medications and treatment guidelines in an easy-to-follow format: first a
basic overview of how antibiotics work followed by agents used to treat different types of
bacteria and drug therapy approaches to common infectious diseases. Features full-color
illustrations and updated content throughout all designed to reinforce comprehension of the
most relevant antibacterial agents and treatment guidelines Provides succinct practical
guidelines that simplify challenging content for easier understanding Includes pearls
mnemonics “Remember” boxes “History” boxes and drug tables that save time and enhance
retention of critical information Contains extensive review cases and questions to reinforce
learning and clinical application Ideal for medical clerkship NP and PA students and
residents fellows as an easily accessible informative text designed to help learn and remember
essential material in this complex area
