Pharmacology Clear & Simple: A Guide to Drug Classifications and Dosage Calculations

This text provides a comprehensive understanding of pharmacology and the safe administration of medications, with a focus on drug classifications and a basic math review. It also includes online Q&A practice with Davis Edge, a 3-year subscription that offers 1,600 questions for Medical Assisting and 800 for Nursing, as well as a "Quiz Builder" and a "Student Success Center."

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 560 pages
Publication date: 28 February 2022
Publisher: F.A. Davis Company

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This comprehensive textbook offers a unique blend of pharmacology and dosage calculations, providing you with the essential knowledge and guidance to master these critical subjects. With a focus on both theory and practice, it equips you with the skills to administer medications safely and effectively in a clinical setting.

The textbook adopts a body systems approach to pharmacology, dividing it into manageable sections that cover different drug categories and their effects on the body. Each chapter includespronunciations for key terms at the beginning, word-building and gerontological issues features, and a new appendix on intravenous therapy.

In addition to pharmacology basics, techniques, and procedures, the textbook covers supplies, safety, regulations, and prescriptions and labels. The "Master the Essentials" tables provide a concise summary of side effects, precautions, contraindications, and interactions for each drug classification. Drug classification review tables reinforce the need-to-know information in each class.

"Fast Tip" boxes offer quick facts and mnemonics, while "A Closer Look" boxes examine important information in detail. "Check-up Questions" throughout each chapter promote understanding and help students retain and apply the information.

What sets this textbook apart is its comprehensive online Q&A program, Davis Edge. This program includes 1,600 questions in all, with 800 for Medical Assisting and 800 for Nursing. It allows you to create quizzes in the content areas you choose to focus on, build simulated practice exams, and track your progress every step of the way.

With the print copy of the textbook, you will receive a FREE, 3-year subscription to Davis Edge, providing you with an invaluable resource for further learning and practice. Whether you are a medical assistant or a nursing student, this textbook and online Q&A program will help you to gain a solid understanding of pharmacology and the safe administration of medications.

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Weight: 1258g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781719644747
Edition number: 4 Revised edition