Dosage Calculations: A Ratio-Proportion Approach
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Now in its third edition, this market-leading resource retains the core strengths that made previous editions so successful, while providing the most up-to-date coverage of the science of conducting dosage calculations using a ratio-proportion approach! With a comprehensive math review, full-color drug labels, and critical thinking assessments, DOSAGE CALCULATIONS: A RATIO-PROPORTION APPROACH, third edition contains all of the trusted tools needed to show readers how to significantly reduce errors and increase their confidence in dosage calculation. The book carefully examines both basic and advanced calculations, including intravenous medications and those specific to the pediatric patient. It has been revised to reflect the most current drugs and protocol, as well as the newest regulations on medication abbreviations, new medication administration technologies, and safe medication practices, all in an effort to make this a solid resource and reference for anyone in, or entering the field.
PrefaceAcknowledgmentsIntroduction to the StudentUsing This BookCh. 1Mathematics Review for Dosage Calculations1Ch. 2Systems of Measurement31Ch. 3Conversions41Ch. 4Equipment Used in Dosage Measurement61Ch. 5Interpreting Drug Orders75Ch. 6Understanding Drug Labels89Ch. 7Oral Dosage of Drugs101Ch. 8Parenteral Dosage of Drugs133Ch. 9Using the Formula Method to Calculate Dosages175Ch. 10Pediatric Dosages183Ch. 11Intravenous Calculations203Ch. 12Advanced Intravenous Calculations233posttest 1261posttest 2267answers287index345
