Nursing Calculations

Science & Math

Gatford, J.D.

Mathematics

Churchill/Livingstone

This book was written at the request of nurse educators and with considerable help from them. It deals with elements of the arithmetic of nursing, especially the arithmetic of basic pharmacology. The book begins with a diagnostic test which is carefully related to a set of review exercises in basic arithmetic. Answers to the test are supplied at the back of the book and are keyed to the corresponding review exercises. Students should work through those exercises which correspond to errors in the diagnostic test. The other exercises may also, of course, be worked through to improve speed and accuracy. Throughout the other chapters of the book there are adequate, well graded exercise and problems. Each chapter includes several worked examples. Answers are given to all questions.

The ability to calculate and check drug doses quickly and accurately is a skill every nurse must acquire. This book is designed to help the student nurse acquire this skill and to refresh and update the skills of nurses returning to the profession. The book reviews the arithmetic fundamental to drug calculations. Using examples, explanations and practice questions (with answers) it covers the calculations required to administer injections, tablets and mixtures; to dilute solutions; to arrive at drip rates; and to administer paediatric doses safely. It puts calculations in the context of "on the ward" drug-dispensing situations.

All nurses must be able to calculate and check drug dosages quickly and accurately, therefore they need the basic skills of arithmetic. This is a short guide to basic arithmetic for nurses, put in the context of drug calculations. It begins with a diagnostic test so readers can review their knowledge of arithmetic and identify their weakpoints. Then it moves onto the arithmetic of nursing, particularly the arithmetic of pharmacology. Throughout there are examples and graded exercises (with answers at the back). Features: * A popular book on basic arithmetic for nurses * Puts calculations in the context of nursing examples, particularly drug dosages, etc. * Short and sweet--a handy reference that fits in your pocket!

Elsevier Health

This best-selling book enables nursing students to calculate drug doses accurately and quickly. It begins with a diagnostic test to pinpoint any weaknesses in basic arithmetic and is followed by specific exercises to remedy them. Examples are drawn from everyday clinical practice with graded exercises and answers. The content covers <ul>
<li>administering injections, tablets and mixtures</li> <li>intravenous infusions </li> <li>administering safe dosages to children.</li> </ul> Nursing Calculations is an essential aid to safe clinical practice for student nurses and those returning to the profession.
 A diagnostic test at the start allows readers to review their knowledge of maths and identify their weak points Numerous exercises give plenty of practice in making drug calculations Answers to questions aid self-study Revision and summary exercises ensure that the reader fully understands the calculations The nursing context and use of actual drug labels allows the application of theory to everyday practice
 All medications reviewed and updated in accordance with current practice Revised layout to avoid crowded pages A portable laminated card placed inside the back cover with the key formulae that students need to remember Additional exercises, labels and paediatric examples Additional set of syringe diagrams A new table of abbreviations and their meanings and explanation of the 24-hour clock Addition of handwritten prescriptions to the medication label exercises to improve links to real-life practice

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Nursing Calculations

Nursing Calculations

Nursing Calculations

Nursing Calculations

Nursing Calculations