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OverviewGain the knowledge and skills you need to give medication safely under the supervision of licensed health care providers. This thorough and complete text covers all of the basic principles and techniques of medication administration. It also provides an overview of common drugs, their effects and side effects, and key safety issues that include medication interactions, common errors, over-the-counter medications, and medication use in older adults. The material is accurate, easy to read, and packed with tips to prepare you for success. Clear, easy-to-read writing style makes it easy to understand what you've read. Attractive, full-color presentation keeps your interest. Hundreds of full-color drawings and photos illustrate key techniques and concepts. Focus on Communication boxes show you how to clearly communicate with patients and residents and avoid comments that might make them uncomfortable. Focus on Older Persons boxes prepare you to address the special needs, considerations, and circumstances of older patients. Promoting Safety and Comfort boxes explain measures and cautions you can use to improve patient safety and comfort. Procedures are divided into manageable segments with step-by-step instructions to follow for each skill. Delegation Guidelines prepare you for the responsibilities of specific delegated tasks. Arithmetic Review in the Appendix reviews the basic math skills you need for calculating and checking medication dosages. UNIQUE! Key Abbreviations and Acronyms at the beginning of each chapter familiarize you with commonly used abbreviations. Key Terms defined at the beginning of each chapter prepare you to better understand chapter content. Chapter Review Questions at the end of each chapter help you evaluate your learning. Workbook available separately contains a wide variety of exercises and activities to enhance and evaluate your learning. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Sheila A. Sorrentino (Curriculum and Health Care Consultant, Anthem, AZ) , Leighann RemmertPublisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division Imprint: Mosby Dimensions: Width: 21.60cm , Height: 2.00cm , Length: 27.60cm Weight: 1.089kg ISBN: 9780323046879ISBN 10: 0323046878 Pages: 512 Publication Date: 14 November 2008 Audience: College/higher education , Undergraduate Replaced By: 9780323790505 Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Out of Print Availability: Out of stock  Table of Contents1. The Medication Assistant 2. Delegation 3. Ethics and Laws 4. Assisting With the Nursing Process 5. Body Structure and Function 6. Basic Pharmacology 7. Life Span Considerations 8. Medication Orders and Prescriptions 9. Medication Safety 10. Oral, Sublingual, and Buccal Drugs 11. Topical Drugs 12. Eye, Ear, Nose, and Inhaled Drugs 13. Vaginal and Rectal Drugs 14. Drugs Affecting the Nervous System 15. Drugs Used for Mental Health Problems 16. Drugs Used for Seizure Disorders 17. Drugs Used to Manage Pain 18. Drugs Used to Lower Lipids 19. Drugs Used to Treat Hypertension 20. Drugs Used to Treat Dysrhythmias 21. Drugs Used to Treat Angina, Peripheral Vascular Disease, and Heart Failure 22. Drugs Used for Diuresis 23. Drugs Used to Treat Thrombo-Embolic Disorders 24. Drugs Used to Treat Respiratory Diseases 25. Drugs Used to Treat Gastro-Esophageal Reflux and Peptic Ulcer Disease 26. Drugs Used to Treat Nausea, Vomiting, Constipation, and Diarrhea 27. Drugs Used to Treat Diabetes and Thyroid Disease 28. Cortico-Steroids and Gonadal Hormones 29. Drugs Used for Men's and Women's Health 30. Drugs Used to Treat Urinary System Disorders 31. Drugs Used to Treat Eye Disorders 32. Drugs Used in the Treatment of Cancer 33. Drugs Affecting Muscles and Joints 34. Drugs Used to Treat Infections 35. Nutrition and Herbal and Dietary Supplement Therapy Review Question Answers Appendix A: Arithmetic Review Appendix B: Isolation Precautions Appendix C: Bloodborne Pathogen Standard Glossary Key AbbreviationsReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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