Mosby's 2023 Nursing Drug Reference

Mosby's 2023 Nursing Drug Reference is the drug handbook trusted by nurses for over 35 years, providing comprehensive information on over 5,000 drugs, including 35 new FDA-approved entries. It emphasizes patient safety with Black Box Warnings, Safety Alerts, and a focus on both common and life-threatening side effects. Coverage includes IV drug administration, side effects, pharmacokinetic information, and a flexible, water-resistant cover. NEW! Drug monographs for 35 new FDA-approved medications and updates on drug therapies equip nurses with the latest drug information.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 1504 pages
Publication date: 22 July 2022
Publisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division

Mosby's 2023 Nursing Drug Reference is the ultimate drug handbook trusted by nurses for over 35 years! With over 5,000 drugs profiled, including 35 new entries for recently approved FDA drugs, it provides comprehensive and up-to-date information on the medications you administer most frequently.

In addition to its extensive drug coverage, Mosby's 2023 Nursing Drug Reference prioritizes patient safety with Black Box Warnings for dangerous adverse reactions, Safety Alerts for situations requiring special attention, and a focus on both common and life-threatening side effects. Authored by nursing pharmacology expert Linda Skidmore-Roth, this perennial bestseller showcases the difference in drug guides.

The book includes over 5,000 generic and trade-name drugs, covering almost every medication you will encounter in practice or clinicals. The Safety Alert icon highlights the most critical drug interactions and side effects, while Black Box Warnings provide alerts to FDA warnings of dangerous or life-threatening drug reactions.

Nursing Process steps serve as the framework for organizing all nursing care information, and coverage of IV drug administration includes dosage and IV administration instructions, along with safety considerations and Y-site, syringe, and additive compatibilities. Side effects information is organized by body system and identified as common or life-threatening, with signs to watch for during assessments.

The book is arranged alphabetically by generic name for quick and easy access to specific drugs, and a full-color design highlights important information. Comprehensive pharmacokinetic information includes the mechanism and absorption of the drug, its action, duration, and excretion. An overview of drug categories explains the safe administration of common classes of drugs, as well as their common side effects.

Mosby's 2023 Nursing Drug Reference is an indispensable resource for nurses, providing the most vital information on the drugs you administer with unparalleled safety and accuracy. Whether you're a student, practicing nurse, or healthcare professional, this drug handbook is your trusted companion for optimal patient care.

Weight: 1110g
ISBN-13: 9780323930727
Edition number: 36 ed