This textbook discusses pharmacological aspects of common medical conditions that certified athletic trainers may encounter in their careers. Mangus (University of Nevada, Las Vegas) and Miller (Western Michigan University) describe the action of drugs for treating inflammation and pain, diabetes, cardiovascular arrhythmias, respiratory and gastrointestinal disorders, and infections. The adverse effects of performance enhancement and social drugs are also covered. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)