Nursing: NCLEX Prep Guide

Master math concepts. Ensure patient safety. Prevent medication errors. Help students conquer their fears and understand the most common math concepts used in nursing practice today. Color-coded, step-by-step guidance shows students how to accurately calculate drug dosages using all four methods. They'll begin with a basic math assessment and then explore in-depth coverage of complex topics, including intake and output, parenteral intake, NG tube feeding strength, and labeling IVs.   Build confidence with thousands of practice questions in the text and online at FADavis.com. An access code inside new, printed texts unlocks the tools for course success.   Makes medical math easy to understand. "Wow this book has been a lifesaver throughout nursing school for dummies like me who aren't so great at math. Highly recommend if you're in nursing school or any profession that requires you to calculate drug dosages. Also this book isn't just the math portion....It teaches you about the basic things about the drugs, drug information, safety, how to read the labels, etc."--IT, Online Reviewer   "The text Calculating Drug Dosages is very helpful in teaching dimensional analysis. I was able to help 4th semester students with their clinical drug test achieve 100% with the examples in the book! I would recommend this text for beginning and advanced RN students." --Pamela Vogel, RN, MSN, WHNP, Fresno City College   New! Basic Math Appendix reviewing decimals and fractions New! Next Generation NCLEX® (NGN)-style questions and more practice problems in the book and online to promote the development of clinical judgment Updated! Drug labels and excerpts from drug references that apply to the calculation of dosages Coverage of the four major calculation methods--linear ratio and proportion, fractional ratio and proportion, dimensional analysis, and the formula method. In-depth coverage of complex topics, including intake and output, parenteral intake, NG tube feeding strength, and labeling IVs. Detailed photographs and illustrations with precise descriptions on how to analyze equipment and understand medication labels. Drug information from Davis's Drug Guide for Nurses®  

Save time and money with two books in one!   Half pharmacology, half dosage calculations--plus an intensive, yet clear & simple review of basic math and online quizzing! Here's the must-have knowledge and guidance students need to gain a solid understanding of pharmacology and the safe administration of medications in one text. A body systems approach to pharmacology with a basic math review and a focus on drug classifications prepare them to administer specific drugs in the clinical setting.   See what students are saying online about previous editions... "Very good setup and I passed with an A."   "Bought as a textbook for a class, I will be holding on to this as a desk reference."   "Must-have [for] Nursing student. Amazing book and straight to the point. And a lot of review questions."   New & Updated! Thoroughly reviewed and updated medication data to reflect the most current information and best practices Updated & Expanded! Coverage of procedures for ensuring safe administration Expanded & Revised! Layout and placement of tables, boxes, and figures to make important concepts easy to grasp Expanded! More dosage calculation problems to provide additional hands-on practice All objectives for each chapter reviewed and aligned with CAAHEP and ABHES competencies. Basic math review helps students learn to perform the calculations necessary to administer medications correctly. Medication administration presented through pharmacology basics, techniques and procedures, supplies, safety and regulations, and prescriptions and labels. "Master the Essentials" tables cover side effects, precautions, contraindications, and interactions for each classification. Drug classification review tables reinforce need-to-know information to each class. "Fast Tip" boxes offer quick facts and mnemonics. "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. Coverage of specific medications provides context for learning drug classifications. Critical-thinking exercises encourage students to think beyond the chapter and apply their new knowledge to real-life scenarios. Review questions at the end of each chapter reinforce learning.