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Calculation of Drug Dosages Sheila J. Ogden, RN, MSN

Calculation of Drug Dosages By Sheila J. Ogden, RN, MSN

Calculation of Drug Dosages by Sheila J. Ogden, RN, MSN


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Calculation of Drug Dosages: A Work Text by Sheila J. Ogden, RN, MSN

Known for its textbook/workbook format, Calculation of Drug Dosages, 10th Edition makes it easy to master the ratio and proportion, formula, and dimensional analysis methods for drug calculation. A basic review of mathematics refreshes your math skills, and plenty of practice problems help you overcome any inexperience or weaknesses you may have. Written by nursing experts Sheila Ogden and Linda Fluharty, this resource helps you calculate drug dosages accurately and with confidence. An extensive math review covers the basic math skills essential for accurate calculation of drug dosages and helps you identify your strengths and weaknesses. Over 1,800 practice problems reinforce your understanding of drug calculations. A logical structure is organized from simple to complex, making it easier to absorb and retain knowledge. Learning objectives keep you focused and explain what you should accomplish upon completion of each chapter. An Alert box highlights information crucial to math calculation and patient safety. Chapter worksheets allow you to practice solving realistic problems. Post-tests at the end of each chapter let you assess your understanding of content. A comprehensive post-test at the end of the book offers additional practice and accurately gauges your overall understanding. Over 600 practice problems on the Evolve companion website cover ratio-proportion, formula, and dimensional analysis methods. 25 flash cards on Evolve contain abbreviations, formulas, and conversions from the book, allowing you to study at your own pace. UPDATED drug labels and equipment photos show the latest drugs and technology used in the market. NEW! Additional Intake and Output problems are included, and the apothecary method is minimized and moved to the appendix. NEW! Easy-access answer key is placed at the end of each chapter rather than in the back of the book.

Table of Contents

Part I: Review of Mathematics Review of Mathematics Pretest 1. Fractions 2. Decimals 3. Percents 4. Ratios 5. Proportions Review of Mathematics Posttest Part II: Units and Measurements for the Calculation of Drug Dosages 6. Metric and Household Measurements 7. Calculations Used in Patient Assessments Part III: Preparation for Calculation of Drug Dosages 8. Safety in Medication Administration 9. Interpretation of the Physician's Orders 10. Reading Medication Labels Part IV: Calculation of Drug Dosages 11. Oral Dosages 12. Parenteral Dosages 13. Dosages Measured in Units 14. Reconstitution of Medications 15. Intravenous Flow Rates 16. Intravenous for Dosages Measured in Units 17. Critical Care IV Flow Rates 18. Pediatric Dosages 19. Obstetric Dosages Comprehensive Posttest Glossary Appendix Index

Additional information

CIN0323310699VG
9780323310697
0323310699
Calculation of Drug Dosages: A Work Text by Sheila J. Ogden, RN, MSN
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Elsevier - Health Sciences Division
20150130
624
N/A
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