Gatford and Phillips’ Drug Calculations, 10th Edition
Authors :
Julie Martyn & Mathew C. Carey & John D. Gatford & Nicole M. Phillips
Date of Publication: 02/2022
This bestselling pocketbook makes calculating medicine easy. Now in its tenth edition, it has been revised as a practical guide to rapid and accurate drug calculations for all health professionals who prescribe, supply and administer medication.
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This bestselling pocketbook makes calculating medicine easy. Now in its tenth edition, it has been revised as a practical guide to rapid and accurate drug calculations for all health professionals who prescribe, supply and administer medication.
Gatford’s Drugs Calculations supports the fundamental mathematical skills needed on the wards, then goes further to provide context and tips for application. With examples taken from everyday practice, readers will learn calculations for administering injections, tablets and mixtures, intravenous infusions, and safe dosages for children and the elderly.
Not only will this essential aid boost your healthcare numeracy and confidence, the skills you develop will ensure patient safety when calculating drugs for which you are responsible and accountable in future.
Included is an extensive online resource to enable you to test your knowledge.
This bestselling pocketbook makes calculating medicine easy. Now in its tenth edition, it has been revised as a practical guide to rapid and accurate drug calculations for all health professionals who prescribe, supply and administer medication.
Gatford’s Drugs Calculations supports the fundamental mathematical skills needed on the wards, then goes further to provide context and tips for application. With examples taken from everyday practice, readers will learn calculations for administering injections, tablets and mixtures, intravenous infusions, and safe dosages for children and the elderly.
Not only will this essential aid boost your healthcare numeracy and confidence, the skills you develop will ensure patient safety when calculating drugs for which you are responsible and accountable in future.
Included is an extensive online resource to enable you to test your knowledge.
Key Features
Case scenarios and practical examples bring drug calculations to life
Introduction to the forms of medications – solid, liquid, infused and paediatric – enhances reader knowledge
Covers medication administration concepts, mathematical formulas and pharmacokinetics related to calculating the bioavailability of medications
Safety messages and alerts ensure patient safety
‘Super case’ follows patient through the lifespan to consolidate learning
Images and icons make the text easy to navigate
Quick-reference card to remind readers of essential formulae
Author Information
By Julie Martyn, DipAppSci(Nurs), BNurs, MEd(T&D), PhD, SFHEA, Senior Lecturer in Nursing, School of Nursing, Midwifery and Paramedicine, University of the Sunshine, Coast Fraser Coast,Queensland, Australia; Mathew C. Carey, PhD, BSc, Dip-HE, PGCAP, fHEA, RCN, Lecturer in Nursing: Child Health, Faculty of Health: Medicine,Dentistry and Human Sciences, School of Nursing and Midwifery,University of Plymouth, Plymouth, United Kingdom; John D. Gatford, Mathematics Tutor, Melbourne, Australia and Nicole M. Phillips, DipAppSc(Nsg), BN, GDipAdvNsg(Educ), MNS, PhD, Professor of Nursing and Head of School, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Deakin University, Victoria, Australia
By Julie Martyn, DipAppSci(Nurs), BNurs, MEd(T&D), PhD, SFHEA, Mathew C. Carey, PhD, BSc, Dip-HE, PGCAP, fHEA, RCN, John D. Gatford and Nicole M. Phillips, DipAppSc(Nsg), BN, GDipAdvNsg(Educ), MNS, PhD
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https://www.eu.elsevierhealth.com/gatford-and-phillips-drug-calculations-9780702082542.html229429Gatford and Phillips’ Drug Calculationshttps://www.eu.elsevierhealth.com/media/catalog/product/9/7/9780702082542_6.jpg11.2414.99EURInStock/Medicine and Surgery/Pharmacology/Nursing & Midwifery/General Nursing/Nursing & Midwifery/Nursing Students/Students/Fundamental nursing skills/Books989510085101061120552550391745498289891111975145120<P>This bestselling pocketbook makes calculating medicine easy. Now in its tenth edition, it has been revised as a practical guide to rapid and accurate drug calculations for all health professionals who prescribe, supply and administer medication.</P><I>
<P>Gatford’s Drugs Calculations</I> supports the fundamental mathematical skills needed on the wards, then goes further to provide context and tips for application. With examples taken from everyday practice, readers will learn calculations for administering injections, tablets and mixtures, intravenous infusions, and safe dosages for children and the elderly.</P>
<P>Not only will this essential aid boost your healthcare numeracy and confidence, the skills you develop will ensure patient safety when calculating drugs for which you are responsible and accountable in future.</P>
<P>Included is an extensive online resource to enable you to test your knowledge.</P>
<P> </P> <P>This bestselling pocketbook makes calculating medicine easy. Now in its tenth edition, it has been revised as a practical guide to rapid and accurate drug calculations for all health professionals who prescribe, supply and administer medication.</P><I>
<P>Gatford’s Drugs Calculations</I> supports the fundamental mathematical skills needed on the wards, then goes further to provide context and tips for application. With examples taken from everyday practice, readers will learn calculations for administering injections, tablets and mixtures, intravenous infusions, and safe dosages for children and the elderly.</P>
<P>Not only will this essential aid boost your healthcare numeracy and confidence, the skills you develop will ensure patient safety when calculating drugs for which you are responsible and accountable in future.</P>
<P>Included is an extensive online resource to enable you to test your knowledge.</P>
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