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This comprehensive text, now in its Sixth Edition, takes a highly visual and practical approach to teaching dosage calculations and principles of drug administration. With a focus on step-by-step problem-solving, the book presents a wide range of dosage problems that simulate actual clinical experiences. Each chapter is packed with numerous examples, self-tests, and proficiency tests, ensuring a thorough understanding of the material.
Notably, this edition showcases all four methods of calculation side by side: ratio, proportion, formula, and dimensional analysis, providing students with a well-rounded understanding of the various techniques. Additionally, new content has been added on enteral feedings, heparin infusions, and insulin infusions, further expanding the scope of the text.
To ensure the information remains current and relevant, the drug labels used in the book are up-to-date, and the problems utilize JCAHO-approved abbreviations. For quick reference, a convenient plastic pull-out card is provided, displaying essential conversions and formulas.
The hands-on, visual approach to learning dosage calculations and drug administration principles makes this text a valuable resource for students and healthcare professionals alike. The step-by-step problem-solving methods, accompanied by ample examples and self-assessments, create an engaging and effective learning experience. With its comprehensive coverage and practical focus, this Sixth Edition of the best-selling text continues to be an indispensable tool for mastering these critical skills.
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publisher | Lippincott Williams & Wilkins; 6th edition (September 15, 2008) | ||||
language | English | ||||
paperback | 513 pages | ||||
isbn_10 | 0781776287 | ||||
isbn_13 | 978-0781776288 | ||||
item_weight | 2.4 pounds | ||||
dimensions | 8.25 x 0.25 x 10.5 inches | ||||
best_sellers_rank | #3,396,720 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #633 in Pharmacy (Books) #871 in Nursing Pharmacology (Books) #1,783 in Pharmacies | ||||
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