Pharmacological Aspects of Nursing Care

Description

Pharmacological Aspects of Nursing Care is an indispensable text for today's nursing student. Newly revised and in full color, it features a comprehensive look at the increasingly complex nursing responsibilities related to pharmacology. Drug profiles have been expanded to include information on over 1,100 drugs; information specific to pediatric and geriatric clients is included as appropriate. Full chapter on drug calculations and thorough coverage of adverse effects reinforce the significance of absolute accuracy in drug administration. Nursing process presentation now includes diagnoses, planning goals and evaluation of outcomes. Enhanced critical thinking exercises and case studies bring real-world point of view to material while reinforcing key concepts. Text is accompanied by a new activity CD-ROM featuring over 500 study questions. ?· Instructor's Manual and a 1,000 question test bank in a new format are contained on a single CD-ROM for instructor convenience ?· Features expanded home care and client teaching information ?· Relevant Internet site references direct students to additional, up-to-date information (Key Words: nursing, pharmacology, medications, drugs, drug calculation)