Full Description
This work uses a technique called "dimensional analysis" which allows students to learn a simple way of calculating doses without having to memorize formulas or go through lengthy error-prone calculations. Through this "learn-it-by-example" approach the book introduces calculations concepts and skills via the step-by-step solution of realistic sample problems. A chapter on drug administration supplies the clinical context, with clearly annotated examples of drug labels, package inserts, medication orders and administration records. The updated chapter on intravenous drugs overviews methods for administering them and covers current IV drugs and equipment. "Pocket Minder" cards are concise guides to essential information including body weight and body surface nomograms and equvalence and conversion values.
