Nursing Calculations

by John D. Gatford (Author), Nicole Phillips DipAppSci(Nsg) BN GDipAdvNsg(Educ) (Author)

• Used

  Illustrated
  2006

  $3.42

  The ability to calculate drug doses accurately and quickly is an essential skill. This best-selling book uses a diagnostic test to pinpoint any weaknesses in the basic arithmetic required and is followed by specific exercises to remedy them. Examples are drawn from clinical practice, and explanations and graded exercises (with answers) cover the calculations required to administer tablets, mixtures and injections; to arrive at different drip rates; and to administer paediatric dosages safely.

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  Paperback
  1998

  $3.28

  All nurses must be able to calculate and check drug dosages quickly and accurately, therefore they need the basic skills of arithmetic. This is a short guide to basic arithmetic for nurses, put in the context of drug calculations. It begins with a diagnostic test so readers can review their knowledge of arithmetic and identify their weakpoints. Then it moves onto the arithmetic of nursing, particularly the arithmetic of pharmacology. Throughout there are examples and graded exercises (with answers at the back). Features: * A popular book on basic arithmetic for nurses * Puts calculations in the context of nursing examples, particularly drug dosages, etc. * Short and sweet--a handy reference that fits in your pocket!

• Used

  Hardcover
  1990

  $3.28

  This book was written at the request of nurse educators and with considerable help from them. It deals with elements of the arithmetic of nursing, especially the arithmetic of basic pharmacology. The book begins with a diagnostic test which is carefully related to a set of review exercises in basic arithmetic. Answers to the test are supplied at the back of the book and are keyed to the corresponding review exercises. Students should work through those exercises which correspond to errors in the diagnostic test. The other exercises may also, of course, be worked through to improve speed and accuracy. Throughout the other chapters of the book there are adequate, well graded exercise and problems. Each chapter includes several worked examples. Answers are given to all questions.