Calculate With Confidence

by Morris, Deborah C. Gray

• ISBN13: 9780815126072
• ISBN10: 0815126077
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 1998-01-01
• Publisher: Elsevier Science Health Science div

Summary

The new, 3rd Edition of this popular dosage and solutions text now includes dimensional analysis -- along with the ratio and proportion and formula methods -- to encompass the most common methods used in clinical practice. An engaging 4-color design -- complete with over 200 full-color drug labels, syringes, and other illustrations -- simulates clinical practice. Plus, a student-friendly pedagogy, an extensive math review, and a wealth of examples and exercises help students master the skills they need to succeed in the classroom, in examinations, and in the clinical setting.

Table of Contents

Roman Numerals	p. 7
Fractions	p. 11
Decimals	p. 26
Ratio and Proportion	p. 41
Percentages	p. 48
Post Test	p. 54
Metric System	p. 61
Apothecaries' and Household Systems	p. 68
Converting Within and Between Systems	p. 75
Medication Administration	p. 89
Understanding Medication Orders	p. 96
Medication Administration Records	p. 107
Reading Medication Labels	p. 122
Calculation of Dosages Using Ratio-Proportion	p. 131
Dosage Calculation Using the Formula Method	p. 146
Calculation of Oral Medications	p. 163
Parenteral and Liquid Medications	p. 198
Powdered Drugs	p. 234
Insulin	p. 253
Pediatric Dosage Calculation	p. 272
Basic I.V. Calculations	p. 293
Heparin Calculations	p. 318
Critical Care Calculations	p. 328
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