Calculation of Drug Dosages: A Work Text

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Book Synopsis: Learn to calculate drug dosages accurately with this practical workbook-textbook! Calculation of Drug Dosages: A Work Text, 12th Edition makes it easy to understand and master the three major methods of dosage calculation ― ratio and proportion, formula, and dimensional analysis. A basic review of mathematics refreshes your math skills, and practice problems, worksheets, and practice tests help you gain confidence in making drug calculations. New to this edition are Next Generation NCLEX® (NGN) practice problems preparing you for the critical thinking questions on the NGN exam. Written by nursing experts Sheila Ogden and Linda Fluharty, this worktext is ideal for nursing students and for nurses returning to practice!

Learning objectives keep you focused and explain what you should accomplish upon the completion of each chapter.
Logical structure organizes the material from simple to complex, making it easier to build upon and retain knowledge.
Extensive math review covers the basic math skills essential for accurate calculation of drug dosages and helps you identify your strengths and weaknesses.
Chapter worksheets allow you to practice solving realistic problems.
Post-tests at the end of each chapter allow you to assess your understanding of content.
Alert boxes highlight information crucial to math calculation and patient safety.
Comprehensive post-test at the end of the book offers additional practice and measures your overall understanding.
40 flash cards on the Evolve website make it easy to study and review abbreviations, formulas, and conversions from the book.
NEW! Next Generation NCLEX® practice problems and case studies progress from simple to complex concepts and are included in chapters throughout the text.
NEW! Coverage of heparin drip calculation describes how to calculate and administer an IV weight-based heparin bolus from the IV heparin.
NEW! Added IV coverage is included in the IV Flow Rates and IV Flow Rates for Dosages Measured in Units chapters.
NEW! Updated drug information and medication labels are added to this edition.

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Looking to enhance your knowledge and skills in medication administration? Look no further than Calculation of Drug Dosages: A Work Text, 12th Edition! This practical workbook-textbook is designed to help you master the art of calculating drug dosages with ease. Whether you're a nursing student or a nurse returning to practice, this book is a must-have resource.

What sets this edition apart is the inclusion of Next Generation NCLEX® practice problems, which prepare you for the critical thinking questions on the NGN exam. With learning objectives for each chapter, a logical structure that builds upon your knowledge, and extensive math review, you'll gain the confidence needed to excel in drug calculations.

Featuring chapter worksheets, practice problems, and post-tests, this worktext allows you to practice realistic scenarios and assess your understanding of the content. Alert boxes highlight crucial information for math calculation and patient safety, ensuring you're well-prepared for real-world situations.

What's more, this edition offers additional study materials, such as 40 flashcards on the Evolve website to help you review abbreviations, formulas, and conversions. With updated drug information and medication labels, you'll stay up-to-date with the latest developments in the field.

Don't miss out on this invaluable resource. Boost your confidence in drug dosage calculations and excel in your nursing career. Order your copy of Calculation of Drug Dosages: A Work Text, 12th Edition today!

Order now and take your medication administration skills to the next level.

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