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Anonymous
Posted June 1, 2005
In nursing school I have been studying dosage calculations from Gloria Pickar's excellent text (Dosage Calculations, 7th edition). It is, however, a full-sized paperback text weighing 3 or 4 pounds. I wanted a compact, handy book for studying on the go and quick reference. This little book (paperback size) is a charmer and is complete. I've tabbed the pages I refer to most often and carry this little jewel in my survival bag that goes everywhere with me. I am certain I will refer to Boyer's book often as I move from novice to expert. It is well worth the 25 or so dollars - assign this purchase to one of those who have offered to help you get through school! B and N will ship it right to your door, no shopping required! (Thanks for buying this book for me mom!)
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Overview
Compact and easy-to-use, Math for Nurses is a pocket-sized guide/reference to dosage calculation and drug administration. It includes a review of basic math skills, measurement systems, and drug calculations/preparations. Math for Nurses helps students to calculate dosages accurately and improve the accuracy of drug delivery. The author uses a step-by-step approach with frequent examples to illustrate problem-solving and practical applications. Readers will find it great for use in the clinical setting or as a study aid. Practice problems throughout the text and end-of-chapter and end-of-unit review questions will aid students' application and recall of material. A handy pull-out card contains basic equivalents, conversion factors, and math formulas.
"Contains expanded coverage of intravenous medication and insulin administration plus new chapters covering pediatric and geriatric dosage calculation."
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Reviewer: Shari J. Lynn, RN, MSN(Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing)Description: This drug calculation reference for students and nurses covers all aspects of drug calculation and includes a laminated reference card. The original edition was published in 1987.
Purpose: The purpose is to create an easy to use drug reference to assist nurses and students in proper dosage calculations, thus reducing medication errors. The objectives are worthy as this is a much needed guide.
Audience: This book is written for nurses and students. The author is a credible source.
Features: The pocket guide covers drug administration, various systems of measurement, dosage calculation, and problem solving techniques. Basic conversions are well covered, as is how to read drug labels. Example problems assist the reader in gaining greater knowledge in dealing with dosage calculations and problem solving.
Assessment: This is a very comprehensive reference. It begins with basic math, instead of assuming that the reader has previously mastered this knowledge. This is a much needed update.
5 Stars! from Doody
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Table of Contents
UNIT 1 Basic Mathematics Review and Refresher
Chapter 1 Preassessment Test: Mathematics Skills Review
Chapter 2 Fractions
Chapter 3 Decimals
Chapter 4 Percents, Ratio, and Proportion
UNIT 2 Measurement Systems
Chapter 5 The Metric, Household, and Apothecary Systems of Measurement
Chapter 6 Approximate Equivalents and System Conversions
UNIT 3 Dosage Calculations
Chapter 7 Medication Labels
Chapter 8 Oral Dosage Calculations
Chapter 9 Parenteral Dosage Calculations
Chapter 10 Intravenous Therapy
Chapter 11 Intravenous Therapies: Critical Care Applications
Chapter 12 Insulin
Chapter 13 Heparin Preparation and Dosage Calculations: Subcutaneous and Intravenous
Chapter 14 Pediatric Dosage Calculations and Intravenous Therapy
Chapter 15 Solutions and Drug Reconstitution
Answers
Appendices
A. Roman Numerals
B. Rounding Off Decimals
C. Abbreviations for Drug Preparation and Administration
D. Intradermal Injections
E. Subcutaneous Injections
F. Intramuscular Injections
G. Z-Track Injections
H. Pediatric Intramuscular Injections
I. Nursing Concerns for Pediatric Drug Administration
J. Nursing Considerations for Critical Care Drug Administration
K. Nursing Concerns for Geriatric Drug Administration
L. Needleless Intravenous System
M. Temperature Conversions: Fahrenheit and Celsius Scales
Index