Dosage Calculations: A Ratio-Proportion Approach. Text with Access Code

Pickar, Gloria D. EdD, RN

Book Information
Edition:	4th
Publisher:	Cengage Learning
ISBN:	1-285-42945-1 (1285429451)
ISBN-13:	978-1-285-42945-8 (9781285429458)
Old Edition:	1-4354-5410-3
Format:	Textbook
Binding:	with Supplement Softcover + Internet Access Code
Copyright:	2016
Publish Date:	12/14
Weight:	3.29 Lbs.
Pages:	762
Subject Class:	PHM (Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Industry)
Return Policy:	Returns accepted up to 10 months provided no other recalls or return restrictions apply. This product contains software or Internet access code(s). Returns are not accepted if seal is broken or if access code revealed.
Table Of Contents:	View
Contributing Authors:	View

Class Specifications
Discipline:	Pharmacology
Subject Definition:	Pharmaceutical Prep-Adminstration & Dosage; Mathematics
NLM Class:	QV 748
LC Class:	RS57
Abstract:	An excellent resource for anyone in or entering the field, market-leading DOSAGE CALCULATIONS: A RATIO-PROPORTION APPROACH, fourth edition, teaches you how to reduce errors and build your confidence in dosage calculation. It carefully examines both basic and advanced calculations, including intravenous medications and those specific to the pediatric patient. Extremely reader friendly, the book includes a comprehensive math review and a unique three-step method of calculating dosages that trains you to approach calculations logically. The new fourth edition reflects the latest drugs and protocol, regulations on medication abbreviations, medication administration technologies, and safe medication practices. Clinical simulations and Clinical Reasoning Skills scenarios based on QSEN principles help sharpen your clinical reasoning skills, while Section Examinations help prepare you for your future with test items formatted like graduate licensure examinations.

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