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Books : Science : Medicine : Nursing : Pharmacology
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Calculating dosages has never been so easy! Dimensional Analysis for Meds is a completely self-instructional learning tool created to simplify clinical calculations. Utilizing the method of dimensional analysis, the material is presented in a helpful format that encourages step-by-step learning.
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The Dosage Calculations text has set the standard in teaching dosage calculation and now, for the first time, a ratio and proportion method is available. It incorporates the strengths of the original, clear writing style, extensive math review, beginning to advanced concepts presented in manageable segments, and hundreds of practice problems. This edition includes actual drug labels, equipment photos, and illustrations to help students learn. The ratio and proportion edition is a comprehensive learning system that includes an interactive CD-ROM. The CD-ROM encourages self-paced learning in a low anxiety environment that reinforces the classroom material. (medication, administration, calculations, doses, measurement, drug orders, conversions, converting, time, temperature, oral, parenteral, pediatric, intravenous, household, apothecary, metric, formula, D/HxQ=X, fractions, decimals, ratio, percent, equations) ALSO AVAILABLE - INSTRUCTOR SUPPLEMENTS CALL CUSTOMER SUPPORT TO ORDER Instructor's Manual ISBN: 0-7668-0645-6
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Introduces LPN/LVNs to pharmacology principles and practices. The body system and disease organization (versus drug classification) is more intuitive and patient care oriented because it places the drug in context of how they are used therapeutically. Nursing Process flowcharts provide succinct, easy-to-read view of the most important nurisng actions for tehe prescribed drug classes; Lifespan Facts provide important pediatric adn geriatric considerations for drug therapies; Natural Alternatives features present a popular herbal and dietary supplement that may be considered along with conventional drugs; Mechanism in Action features use computer animations to clearly demonstrate drug action; Patient Need boxes help a nurse develop communication skills to help increase patient education and understanding. Reference forLicense Practical Nurses and License Vocational Nurses
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For a course in Medical Dosages Calculations in departments of Nursing; pharmacy, pre med, pre dental and other health disciplines. Completely revised and updated to include the latest practices and medication, the Eighth Edition maintains its user-friendly structure and offers students a comprehensive yet accessible drug calculation text and workbook. Using the dimensional analysis format, this invaluable resource begins with simple arithmetic and progresses to the most complex drug calculation problem, enabling students to develop the mathematical skills required for medical dosage calculations. With a host of pedagogical aids that includes case studies, self-tests, practice problem sets, and a new Companion Website. This text provides students with both the skills and understanding necessary to master this crucial area of nursing studies.
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Thoroughly revised, the fifth edition of this text features the most current and comprehensive information on the principles and practice of IV therapy for clinical and home infusion settings. Included is coverage of: the latest advances in the principles of vascular access and pain management; the newest equipment such as electronic infusion devices, peripheral inserted central catheters, latex injection ports and needleless systems; and the most current administrative and organizational concepts for establishing IV departments. Legal implications, standards of practice, risk management and quality improvement are also discussed. A new chapter addresses the technical aspects and professional responibilities of the IV nursing team member.
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Nursing Facts Made Incredibly Quick! is the point-of-care reference that every nurse in every specialty needs. This pocket-sized book of clinical tools provides instant access to information that nurses need quickly every day. The wipeable page surface allows nurses to make notes and remove them easily.
Coverage includes assessment, lab test interpretation, dosage calculations, common medications, IV infusion, nursing diagnoses, and emergency and critical care fast facts such as ECG interpretation, CPR, ACLS algorithms, lead placement, and hemodynamic monitoring. Dozens of charts and illustrations are included. Tabs or distinctive colors identify each section.
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Established as the basic guide to qualitative research, this second edition has new chapters on action research and the principles of analysis. All chapters have been updated to reflect current practice in his important branch of health care research.
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Intravenous Therapy for Health Care Personnel is a one of a kind book for entry-level health care practitioners to learn the basics of IV therapy. This eight-chapter text/workbook covers essential topics, including coverage within the scope of practice for Medical Assistants. The book and accompanying CD are highly visual and focus on application and understanding, as well as presenting real-life situations that can occur during IV therapy and their necessary solutions.
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The best pocket drug guide yet! Rely on this handy reference for at-the-bedside guidance on the safe administration of medications to adult, pediatric, and geriatric patients, as well as pregnant and lactating women, and those with renal impairments. Every detail is designed to make it easy for you to find the information you need in a snap. It s small enough to fit in your pocket, but large enough to be easy to read at a glance. And you can count on it for accuracy because it s drawn from Davis s Drug Guide database.
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From the leading publisher of dosage calculations materials comes one thousand additional questions in the basic and advanced core areas of the subject! Allowing users to answer practice problems related to tablets, capsules, liquids, and powder, Dosage Calculation Practice For Nurses is the only true practice tool available of its kind. Use this unique text in conjunction with any proven Delmar Learning dosage calculation product, or to refresh your skills for a return to the clinical setting!
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Includes key concepts & nursing tips, chapter outline, glossary, learning objectives, quality assessment tools, chapter summaries, & pre- & post-test questions.
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Nicknamed the Teddy Bear Book, Pediatric Injectable Drugs is the only reference that compiles IV and IM administration recommendations specifically for pediatric patients. The latest edition features 221 monographs, 30 new to this edition, of the most commonly used pediatric medications.
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An indispensable reference source for today's nurses, this easy-to-follow guide helps users develop competence in interpreting medication orders and calculating safe medication dosages, and shows them how to accurately prepare and administer safe medications. Progresses from simple to more complex concepts at an easy-to-follow pace, covering all essential areas, including basic arithmetic, metric system of measurement, apothecaries' and household systems of measurement, interpretation of medication orders and labels, calculation of oral medications, powder and crystalline-form drugs, intravenous calculations, and calculating dosages for infants and children. Discusses some of today's most current technology (such as needless systems of medication dispensing); uses the ratio-proportion method for calculating dosages; and includes drug dosage labels of commonly prescribed medications. Presents a four-color format with chapter-opening objectives and highlighted key points, and reinforces comprehension with numerous practice problems and sample exams—complete with step-by-step, worked-out solutions. For nursing faculty, nursing training programs, and others in the health occupations.
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The only book exclusively dedicated to provding IV drug recommendations for pediatric patients. Provides the best information available to safely and confidently treat your youngest patients - from neonates through adolescents.
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Only book exclusively dedicated to providing IV drug recommendations for pediatric patients. Features 170 mono- graphs of commonly used pediatric medications including 27 new drug monographs not found in the previous edition
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Introductory workbook of math for nursing students before they begin pharmaceutical courses.
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A comprehensive resource for prescribers, offering detailed information on the drugs most often prescribed by physicians and other prescribers. Each entry is organized alphabetically for quick access and covers: generic and trade names; pharmacologic and therapeutic classifications; controlled substance schedule (where appropriate); pregnancy risk category; dosage forms; indications, route and dosage; pharmacodynamics; pharmacokinetics; contraindications and precautions; interactions; effects on diagnostic tests; adverse reactions categorized five ways for safety; overdose and treatment; and special considerations, including information for the patient and specific instructions for use in paediatric, geriatric and breast-feeding patients.
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Based on the Tarascon Pocket Pharmacopoeia Classic Shirt Pocket Edition the Tarascon Pocket Pharmacopoeia 2012 Classic for Nurses contains the same award winning content for drugs most commonly administered by bedside nurses. Nursing implications are included for each drug with tips on administration, patient education and more. Just as all other versions of the Tarascon Pharmacopoeia, the Nurses Edition is meticulously peer-reviewed by experts and is coming soon to iPhone, Android and Blackberry.
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Advanced Pharmacy Practice for Technicians goes beyond the basic training requirements for pharmacy technicians. It is the only book on the market that covers non-traditional areas of pharmacy practice, including long-term care, home health care, managed care, hospice settings, nuclear pharmacy, and federal pharmacy. Coverage includes elements that make up the specialized pharmacy practice, the prescription filling process, the various services offered, and the legislation and regulation that pertain to each area. It can be used as a teaching tool for students or as an information resource for practicing pharmacy technicians.
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J. Designs. Fifth edition of a self-paced textbook/programmed workbook on administering and calculating drug dosages, for nursing students. Presents safety tips, problem-solving case scenarios, practice calculations, and more. Includes a concise math review. Softcover.