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Gatford and Phillips Drug Calculations, E-Book (ePub eBook) 10th edition

Gatford and Phillips Drug Calculations, E-Book (ePub eBook) 10th edition

eBook by Gatford, John D./Martyn, Julie/Carey, Mathew C.

Gatford and Phillips Drug Calculations, E-Book (ePub eBook)

£9.99

ISBN:
9780702082559
Publication Date:
16 Dec 2021
Edition:
10th edition
Publisher:
Elsevier Health Sciences
Imprint:
Elsevier
Pages:
234 pages
Format:
eBook
For delivery:
Download available
Gatford and Phillips Drug Calculations, E-Book (ePub eBook)

Description

This bestselling pocketbook makes calculating medicine easy. Now in its tenth edition, it has been revised as a practical guide to rapid and accurate drug calculations for all health professionals who prescribe, supply and administer medication. Gatfords Drugs Calculations supports the fundamental mathematical skills needed on the wards, then goes further to provide context and tips for application. With examples taken from everyday practice, readers will learn calculations for administering injections, tablets and mixtures, intravenous infusions, and safe dosages for children and the elderly. Not only will this essential aid boost your healthcare numeracy and confidence, the skills you develop will ensure patient safety when calculating drugs for which you are responsible and accountable in future. Case scenarios and practical examples bring drug calculations to life Introduction to the forms of medications solid, liquid, infused and paediatric enhances reader knowledge Covers medication administration concepts, mathematical formulas and pharmacokinetics related to calculating the bioavailability of medications Safety messages and alerts ensure patient safety Super case follows patient through the lifespan to consolidate learning Images and icons make the text easy to navigate

Contents

Symbols used in this book Formulae used in this book 1. A review of relevant calculations 2. Dosages of oral medications 3. Dosages of medications for injection 4. Intravenous infusion 5. Paediatric dosages 6. Revision of nursing calculations 7. Sample numeracy test 8. Answers Index

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