Medical Cannabis Handbook For Healthcare Professionals

Author : Christine Nazarenus
Publisher : Springer Publishing Company
Page : 275 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2019-12-24
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780826135735

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Medical Cannabis Handbook for Healthcare Professionals by Christine Nazarenus Pdf

Helps healthcare professionals navigate the maze of information and disinformation about medical cannabis Written for all healthcare professionals who are considering including medical cannabis in their treatment plans, this is the first handbook to disseminate all the information needed to advise patients safely and legally. Replete with evidence-based guidelines firmly grounded in the most up-to-date research, this resource covers the historical, legal, and biological context of medical cannabis so healthcare professionals can confidently discuss possible plans with their patients. Medical Cannabis Handbook For Healthcare Professionals delves into the biology of the endocannabinoid system, addressing how cannabis interacts with the body, its effects and side effects, and how to manage cannabis–drug interactions. Chapters discuss in detail how to talk to patients, what language providers can and cannot use, protocols for patient-centered dosing, and the variety of available cannabinoid pharmaceuticals. Based on the latest research, this book demonstrates the efficacy of cannabis in treating a broad range of symptoms and conditions. Written for any healthcare professional who might have to answer patient questions about medical cannabis, this handbook dispels common myths and confirms little-known facts about medical cannabis. KEY FEATURES: Delivers the most up-to-date, evidence-based research on medical cannabis to enhance understanding of this complex topic Provides historical, legal, and biological content so that healthcare professionals can confidently discuss medical cannabis with patients Dispels common cannabis myths and misinformation Discusses pain management regarding cannabis and opioids Co-published with Medical Marijuana 411, the leading medical cannabis education provider to offer online CME, CPE, and CNE courses to health professionals worldwide; and required certifications for dispensary consultants

Author : Samoon Ahmad,Kevin Hill
Publisher : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Page : 433 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2020-07-29
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781975141905

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Medical Marijuana by Samoon Ahmad,Kevin Hill Pdf

Written by experienced clinicians for practicing physicians and other health care providers, this timely handbook presents today’s available information on cannabis and its uses in all areas of patient care. Medical Marijuana: A Clinical Handbook summarizes what is currently known about the positive and negative health impacts of cannabis, detailed pharmacological profiles of both THC and CBD, considerations for each medical specialty, treatment approaches used by practicing clinicians, and insights into the history of cannabis and the current regulatory environment in the United States. This concise, easy-to-navigate guide is an invaluable resource for physicians and residents, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, and other clinicians who seek reliable clinical guidelines in this growing area of health care.

Author : Betty Wedman-St.Louis
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 406 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2018-04-19
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781351398039

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Cannabis by Betty Wedman-St.Louis Pdf

Cannabis is one of the oldest cultivated plants dating back 12,000 years and demonstrates medicinal properties including immune support, anti-inflammatory effects, and cancer-fighting potential. As cannabis receives regulatory approval in the United States, clinicians will need guidelines to prescribe medical marijuana for various health conditions. This book presents information to healthcare professionals focusing on medical cannabis. It is a science-based overview providing clinical recommendations and dosing guidelines for practitioners to advise patients appropriately. Features: Discusses the endocannabinoid system role in homeostasis, pain control, and regulatory function in health and disease Advises clinicians on cannabis use in patients with cancer; cardiovascular, brain, and liver function; mood disorders; and patients receiving palliative care Includes information on cannabis nutrition as well as the cannabis microbiome Features information on cannabis quality control for safe and effective delivery Cannabis: A Clinician’s Guide is written for clinicians providing a resource guide to help them assess the medicinal value of cannabis, answer patient and consumer questions, and recommend its use optimally. The book is divided into three sections covering cannabis science, use in clinical practice, and regulations and standards. It includes practical information on dosing guidelines and dispensary insights, personal cannabis stories, and an in depth look at the nutritional benefits of cannabis and how to use it in daily life. From the Author: "As a clinical nutritionist, I have been involved in the use of cannabis since 1981 while researching diabetes in India. Ayurvedic medicine listed cannabis as a beneficial herb with curing properties. In 1983, a Chinese medicine doctor in the Peoples Republic of China gave me a cannabis herbal supplement for sleep that he claimed Chairman Mao took regularly. Upon returning to the United States, no one would even talk to me about cannabis because of its Schedule I status. During an Antioxidants class taught for Everglades University, I included information on cannabis, but was restricted from including it in the course description. Cannabis: A Clinician’s Guide unveils deceit on this herbal medicine used for thousands of years providing insight into the science behind its use and how to incorporate cannabis into daily life, especially for those suffering from neurological disorders, cancer, and mood disorders."

Author : AHMAD
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 450 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2020-09-09
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 197514189X

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Cannabis a Clinical Handbook by AHMAD Pdf

Author : Cydney E. McQueen,Christopher W. Cunningham
Publisher : Wiley
Page : 375 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2022-07-06
Category : Medical
ISBN : 1119769663

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Introduction to Medical Cannabis for Healthcare Professionals by Cydney E. McQueen,Christopher W. Cunningham Pdf

With the increasing legalization of medicinal use of cannabis, health professionals are realizing the need for a text designed specifically for clinical practitioners. To address that need, this book offers a valuable resource for cannabis education, providing general knowledge all clinicians need in order to work with patients using medicinal cannabis. Although some books exist that discuss the endocannabinoid system and the pharmacology of cannabis components, these are often much more specialized or more appropriate for a scientific researcher, rather than a clinical practitioner. This book takes an interdisciplinary approach to medicinal cannabis, examining the history, laws, science, and current clinical research on the topic. From this introductory textbook, readers will gain analytical skills useful for interpreting ongoing research and new clinical information. This book fills the gap in cannabis science for both clinical practitioners and students.

Author : Dustin Sulak DO
Publisher : W. W. Norton & Company
Page : 438 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2021-06-29
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780393714197

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Handbook of Cannabis for Clinicians: Principles and Practice by Dustin Sulak DO Pdf

The first foundational text on the clinical use of cannabis and cannabinoid therapies. Despite thousands of years of medical use and an impressive record of safety, versatility, and efficacy, Cannabis sativa has existed outside the modern pharmacopeia since the 1940s. Primarily driven by popular demand, this botanical has returned to health care, but most clinicians lack the knowledge essential for identifying candidates for treatment, guiding patients, maximizing benefit, and minimizing harm. Dustin Sulak provides health care professionals—including physicians, psychologists, pharmacists, and nurses—with an accessible and evidence-based reference that empowers them to intelligently discuss cannabis with their patients and implement cannabis and cannabinoid therapies with confidence. Based on over a decade of clinical experience and an extensive review of the literature, this detailed and scientifically accurate guide includes the history of cannabis in medicine, the foundations of endocannabinoid physiology, the pharmacological effects of cannabis’ myriad active constituents, the clinical utility of its various preparations, and specific strategies and cautions for treating the most common conditions presenting to a cannabis clinician. This guide is an essential resource for practitioners of any specialty field or experience level who wish to improve their patients’ outcomes, harness the healing potential of the endocannabinoid system, and wield a powerful solution to many of healthcare’s challenges.

Author : Benjamin Caplan
Publisher : BenBella Books
Page : 321 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2023-10-17
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781637742679

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The Doctor-Approved Cannabis Handbook by Benjamin Caplan Pdf

Forget everything you think you know about cannabis—and embrace an all-natural therapy for treating both immediate and long-term conditions. This is the science-backed, doctor-approved guide to cannabis for adults who are serious about improving their health. The medical benefits of cannabis have never been clearer. But the explosion of the cannabis marketplace has left behind the people who can benefit most: adults looking for trustworthy care. Now, from Dr. Benjamin Caplan, the authoritative face of cannabis medicine, comes The Doctor-Approved Cannabis Handbook, the ultimate resource for navigating cannabis treatments. Even with an abundance of patients eager for guidance, there is scarce access to reliable cannabis-focused medical care and information. Doctors typically offer little help, despite the wide range of benefits cannabis products can provide—particularly to older patients and those with chronic illnesses. As cannabis often has a ripple effect, addressing multiple issues simultaneously, it can be life-changing for anyone who suffers from multi-system health concerns, enhancing or even replacing many of their current medications. Dr. Caplan is a licensed, board-certified Family Physician who has overseen care of over 250,000 patients with guided cannabis care. In this new book, he explains clearly how cannabis works, which products are best for specific illnesses, typical dosages to use, and more—all in an easy-to-understand format to make the process as straightforward and accessible as possible. The Doctor-Approved Cannabis Handbook covers how safe cannabis use can help individuals manage the symptoms of a variety of common conditions, such as: Cognitive decline Cancer Chronic Pain Depression Diabetes Insomnia Headaches The Doctor-Approved Cannabis Handbook lets readers address their ailments with customized cannabis treatment recommendations. With increasingly safe and legal access to medical marijuana products, there has never been a better time to take advantage of legitimate and effective cannabis medicine—and take control of your health in the process.

Author : Elisabeth Mack RN BSN MBA
Publisher : AuthorHouse
Page : 247 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2020-04-23
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781728359434

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Cannabis for Health: Become a Coach by Elisabeth Mack RN BSN MBA Pdf

Health coaches, holistic healers, nurses, and their patients will unravel the myriad of cannabis products to discover the health benefits of cannabis as a medicine. In addition, they’ll get insight into how cannabis works in the body with practical guidance on dosing to reduce suffering and improve their quality of life. Author Elisabeth Mack (RN, BSN & MBA in Healthcare administration) shares her personal healing experience using medicinal cannabis. Her holistic methods using cannabis oils reduced her need for 12 pharmaceuticals per day, enabling her to go days without a pill. To shorten the experimentation for other she wrote one of the most practical cannabis books with advice for daily use, providing patients the ability to heal without the high, as quickly as possible. The author is also the Founder and CEO of Holistic Caring, which bridges the gap between conventional and cannabis therapeutics. Her company provides care for patients through zoom consultations across America and globally. This handbook of cannabis will help health coaches and patients understand the research and applications of healing the Endocannabinoid System. The book provides practical advice on how to shop for CBD, THC, CBG, CBN THCA, CBDA and terpenes. Finally, based on the author’s professional experience training hundreds of healthcare professionals and thousands of patients, readers will get practical guidance on administration routes, including tinctures, topicals, oils, vapes, patches, and more. Cannabis for Health: Become a Coach, acts as a guide to good health with lifestyle medicine tips to help healthcare professionals more easily reduce suffering in their patients. It’s time to change the paradigm from disease-focused care to empowering patients and professionals to holistically improve their health and well-being with safe experimentation with cannabis as a medicine.

Author : Carey Clark
Publisher : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Page : 461 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2021-01-07
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781975144289

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Cannabis: A Handbook for Nurses by Carey Clark Pdf

The time is now to get grounded in cannabis science and holistic care, with the evidence-based Cannabis: A Handbook for Nurses. This groundbreaking new guide addresses nursing skills and responsibilities in cannabis care, including the physiology of the human endocannabinoid system, cannabis care as it relates to specific disease processes, the history of cannabis, advocacy and ethics, and the ins and outs of cannabis dosing, delivery methods, side effects, and more. Essential for all practice areas, this is a timely, much-needed foundational resource for both students and practicing nurses who want to provide knowledgeable and effective medical cannabis care.

Author : Matthew Fogel,Elizabeth Fogel,Jean-Paul Dedam
Publisher : Hatherleigh Press
Page : 147 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2020-11-10
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781578268740

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The Green Elephant by Matthew Fogel,Elizabeth Fogel,Jean-Paul Dedam Pdf

The Ultimate Resource for Cannabis-Based Therapy Backed by extensive research and medical expertise, The Green Elephant is the all-in-one guidebook for healthcare professionals looking to educate themselves on cannabis therapy to better provide guidance to their patients. Delving into the history, biology, chemistry, and pharmacological effects of cannabis and CBD-based therapy, The Green Elephant also explores the equally important areas of ethics in practice, cannabis’ legal history, and current regulatory status — all to enable healthcare professionals to better serve their patients. The Green Elephant provides healthcare professionals with much-needed information on dosing instructions, potential drug interactions, long- and shortterm treatment plans, and much more. Cannabis therapy has the exciting potential to help millions of patients better manage their symptoms and enjoy a higher quality of life. The time has come for all healthcare professionals to discuss this green “elephant in the room.”

Author : Matthew L Mintz, MD
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 350 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2020-08-22
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1735155403

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Medical Marijuana and CBD by Matthew L Mintz, MD Pdf

As the legalization of marijuana for medical purposes continues across the United States, the need for a medical marijuana handbook written by physicians with expertise in prescribing medical marijuana is vital.Named one of Washingtonian Magazine's Top Docs since 2012, Dr. Matthew L. Mintz offers expert advice on using medical marijuana and CBD to treat a variety of illnesses. Designed for readers seeking a straightforward perspective on the pros and cons of medical cannabis use, how to use it, and where to get it, Medical Marijuana and CBD cuts through the mysteries of the dosages, effects, and results of employing medical marijuana for treatment purposes.Whether you want a book about natural healing products, need advice on the safe use of medical cannabis, or have questions about using medical cannabis for chronic pain, the answers you seek can be found in this comprehensive guide.

Author : Lola Ohonba
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 62 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2020-09-20
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9798688390209

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A PHARMACIST'S GUIDE to CANNABIS by Lola Ohonba Pdf

Will YOU be prepared to use the world's most controversial drug when it arrives? The argument for the legalization of medical cannabis continues to rage on in many countries all over the world. But the tide is steadily turning: the medical cannabis market is now projected to be worth up to $11 billion in the USA, in the year 2020 alone. In this fascinating, accessible and often humorous guide to medical cannabis, Dr. Lola Ohonba prepares healthcare professionals and the general public for the rapid rise of this controversial treatment. From understanding the various components of the cannabis plant, to learning about the body's natural cannabinoid production, knowledge is key for healthcare professionals ready to embrace the future of disease management.In A Pharmacist's Guide to Cannabis you will learn: -Why the complex and colorful history of cannabis prohibition is jeopardizing its medical potential today.-The important differences between various terpenes and their uses.-Why the body's Endocannabinoid System is the RoboCop of the human body.-Why medical cannabis may enhance the body's own natural defenses against disease.-What the Entourage Effect is, and why it means there is no real synthetic substitute for cannabis.-How to protect children from cannabis-based products.-And MORE!Medical cannabis is slowly but surely gaining momentum. If you want to stay ahead of the curve and be prepared for this new wave of treatment options, A Pharmacist's Guide to Cannabis is your ultimate handbook to this multipurpose plant.SCROLL UP AND GRAB YOUR COPY TODAY!

Author : Bonni Goldstein
Publisher : Little, Brown Spark
Page : 369 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2020-09-29
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9780316500814

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Cannabis Is Medicine by Bonni Goldstein Pdf

Unlock the healing power of cannabis medicine and discover the cutting-edge science behind its remarkable impact on human health. Millions of people around the world are healing illnesses with cannabis. Nonetheless, many physicians remain reluctant to discuss cannabis medicine with their patients. And with so much conflicting misinformation from unreliable sources, finding out if cannabis could be an effective treatment for you or a loved one can feel nearly impossible. This book is the comprehensive resource for people who have not found relief from conventional medicines. Bonni Goldstein, MD, has helped thousands of patients suffering from chronic, difficult-to-treat conditions improve with cannabis. In this revelatory book, she explains the current state of scientific research on how cannabis interacts with human physiology to create homeostasis -- balance -- leading to good health. Many of the plant's compounds, including CBD and CBG, and their therapeutic effects are explained in detail. Readers will learn how to best navigate the multitude of available cannabis-based products, with detailed guidance on safety and usage, and how to customize a personalized cannabis regimen. And Dr. Goldstein presents 28 common conditions for which patients have found cannabis treatment to be effective, including cancer, insomnia and gastrointestinal disorders. As medical cannabis laws continue to evolve, it is more vital than ever for struggling patients to understand the benefits of this plant from an honest, medicine-based perspective. Educational, practical, and thorough, Cannabis Is Medicine empowers patients to make informed decisions about this natural medicine and improve the quality of their lives.

Author : Dominic Corva,Joshua S. Meisel
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 446 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2021-09-06
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781000392609

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The Routledge Handbook of Post-Prohibition Cannabis Research by Dominic Corva,Joshua S. Meisel Pdf

The place of cannabis in global drug prohibition is in crisis, opening up new directions for socially engaged cannabis research. The Routledge Handbook of Post-Prohibition Cannabis Research invites readers to explore new landscapes of cannabis research under conditions of legalization with, not after, prohibition: "post-prohibition." The chapters are organized into five multidisciplinary sections: Governance, Public Health, Markets and Society, Ecology and the Environment, and Culture and Social Change. Case studies from the United States, Uruguay, Morocco, and the United Kingdom show readers alternative ways of thinking about human–cannabis relationships that move beyond questions of legality and illegality. Representing a cross-section of cannabis scholarship, the contributors provide readers with critical perspectives on legalization that are not based upon orthodoxies of prohibition. While legalization signals a global shift in the legitimacy of cannabis research, this collection identifies openings for academics, policy makers, and the public interested in ending the drug war, as well as a way to address broader social problems evident in the age of neoliberal governance within which prohibition has been entangled.

Author : David S. Younger
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2018-11-14
Category : Marijuana
ISBN : 1536145661

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The Science of Medical Cannabis by David S. Younger Pdf

The cultural, scientific and legislative divide created by vigorous debates over the legalization of medical marijuana is giving way to a new synergy among community stakeholders across the United States. The goal is to improve access to medical marijuana for patients with refractory debilitating neurological disorders, cancer, and chronic pain as an alternative to ineffective pharmacotherapy and potentially addictive pain medications. The ultimate test of our nations resolve to ensure the welfare of our sickest patients is the enactment and implement of effective public health reform in the area of medical marijuana, also known as medical cannabis.This book evolved out of the present need for a definitive volume on the science and public health aspects of medical cannabis to fuel this national narrative. The ethnographic research presented in the concluding chapter was inspired by Professor Miriam W. Boeri and colleagues, at Bentley University in Waltham, MA. They examined views of community stakeholders including medical marijuana dispensary entrepreneurs, health care professionals, and patients in a state that legalized medical marijuana in 2013, yet there continued to be confusion and misunderstandings in the interpretation and implementation of medical marijuana guidelines during the period of policy shifts. Apparent gaps in policy development and implementation signaled the urgency for a comparison study addressing stakeholder views in New York State, where its medical marijuana program has legally dispensed the drug since 2014. The resulting pilot study was carried out in the Division of Health Policy and Management of the City University of New York School of Public Health. The research model incorporated ethnographic and grounded methodologies to detail the views of physicians, pharmacists, educators, patients, and entrepreneur stakeholders; with triangulation of data and application of dominant themes into a socioecological framework model to identify areas of public health policy reform. The findings of this study detail that New York, like other states that recently legalized the dispensation of medical marijuana, faces challenges beyond policy transparency, communication and education explicitly to improve the implementation process for applying and registering medical cannabis dispensaries, referring physicians, and qualified patient recipients.Ken Langone, Chairman of the Board of New York University Langone Health, and Steven Galetta, Chair of Neurology in the School of Medicine, where the authors is senior staff in neuroepidemiology, motivated him to pursue doctoral training in Health Policy and Management. The author has had the good fortune of interacting with thought-provoking medical students, neurology trainees, public health doctoral students, and professors who reinforce the high ethical standards in medical and public health practice and research. However, his patients still educate him in empathy and humanity. The author is grateful to his family, including his spouse Holly and sons Adam and Seth, who serve as his daily compass, encouraging him to take on projects that promote core values of medicine and humanity.