Saunders Nursing Drug Handbook 2025

Saunders Nursing Drug Handbook 2025 is an easy-to-use handbook that provides current, detailed information on over 1,000 generic and 4,000 trade name drugs, including 19 new FDA-approved medications. It is organized alphabetically for quick reference and includes herbal information, drug classifications, black box alerts, high alert drugs, a top 100 drugs list, cross-references to brand-name drugs, and nursing considerations. Customizable and printable monographs for 100 of the most commonly used drugs are also available on the companion Evolve website.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 1552 pages
Publication date: 09 May 2024
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

The Saunders Nursing Drug Handbook 2025 is an essential resource for safe and effective drug therapy. With over 1,000 generic and 4,000 trade name drugs organized alphabetically for quick reference, it provides current, detailed information on a wide range of medications. The handbook includes 19 new FDA-approved medications, ensuring that healthcare professionals have access to the latest treatments.

The book is designed with the user in mind, featuring A-to-Z tabs for easy access to drug information. Additionally, herbal information is included in the appendix and on the companion Evolve website, covering the interactions and effects of commonly encountered herbs.

Detailed information for each drug includes side effects listed by frequency, adverse effects, and reactions requiring prompt intervention. Drugs are categorized by disorder in the front of the book, making it easy to find the most appropriate treatment for specific conditions. The Drug Classifications section provides an overview of actions and uses for drug families, while Black Box Alerts and High Alert drugs highlight the medications that pose the greatest risk for patient harm.

To further assist healthcare professionals, the Top 100 Drugs list identifies the most frequently administered drugs, and cross-references to the 400 top U.S. brand-name drugs are located throughout the book. The handbook also includes nursing considerations organized in a functional nursing process framework, covering baseline assessment, intervention/evaluation, and patient/family teaching. Information on lifespan and disorder-related dosage variations covers special considerations for pediatric, geriatric, hepatic, and immune- or renal-compromised patients.

By utilizing the Saunders Nursing Drug Handbook 2025, healthcare professionals can ensure that they are providing the best possible care to their patients. With its comprehensive and up-to-date information, it is an invaluable tool for anyone involved in patient care.

Weight: 1090g
Dimension: 187 x 111 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780443120480