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Use the simplicity of the dimensional analysis method to make accurate drug calculations! Mulhollands The Nurse, The Math, The Meds, 4th Edition helps you overcome any math anxiety you may have by clearly explaining how to use dimensional analysis to minimize drug calculation errors. It shows how to analyze and set up problems, estimate a reasonable answer, and then evaluate the answer for accuracy. But first, a review of basic math ensures that you remember essential math skills. Updated by nursing educator Susan Turner, this edition includes plenty of practice exercises to help you understand and master each aspect of dimensional analysis. UNIQUE! Useful FAQs and answers in each chapter are based on years of classroom questions compiled by the author. UNIQUE! Communication boxes show sample nursepatient and nurseprescriber dialogues, relating the math to the medications and to clinical application. UNIQUE! Ask Yourself questions help you synthesize information and reinforce your comprehension. Rapid Practice quizzes provide practice problems following each new topic, making it easy to master both math concepts and drug calculation at the same time. Mnemonics offer shortcuts to make memorization easier, and save time in learning. Red arrow alerts call attention to potential math errors and patient safety issues. Highrisk drug icons are used to highlight potentially dangerous drugs. Multiple choiceformat questions at the end of each chapter help you review the material and prepare for the NCLEX exam. Chapter finals boost your understanding by providing additional practice with the major concepts covered in each chapter; the answer key shows how to work out the problems. Comprehensive final practice boosts your understanding by providing additional practice with the major concepts covered through the entire text; the answer key shows how to work out the problems. NEW and Updated! Safetyrelated procedures and protocols include the newest ISMP, JCAHO, and QSEN safety standards and new content on drug calculations. NEW and Updated! Photos and medication labels ensure that you are up to date on todays medications. NEW! SBAR information describes Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation in Metric Units and Conversions chapter. NEW information on health care provider orders is added to Oral Medications chapter. NEW table of insulins and their uses is included in Antidiabetic Medications chapter. NEW content on thrombolytics, clotting inhibitors, antiplatelet aggregants, and herbal supplements is included in Anticoagulant Medications chapter.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Mulholland's The Nurse, The Math, The Meds'? A: The book primarily focuses on teaching drug calculations using the dimensional analysis method, aiming to reduce errors and enhance accuracy in medication dosing.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Susan Turner, who is a nursing educator with extensive experience in teaching pharmacology.
- Q: What edition is this book, and when was it published? A: This is the 4th edition of the book, and it was published on October 15, 2018.
- Q: Does the book provide practice exercises for learners? A: Yes, the book includes numerous practice exercises designed to help readers master the concepts of dimensional analysis and drug calculations.
- Q: Are there any unique features included in the book? A: Yes, it features unique FAQs based on classroom questions, communication boxes for nurse-patient dialogues, and 'Ask Yourself' questions for self-assessment.
- Q: How does this book help with math anxiety? A: It helps by reviewing basic math skills and providing clear explanations of dimensional analysis, making complex calculations more manageable.
- Q: What safety-related content is included in the book? A: The book includes updated safety-related procedures and protocols that adhere to the latest ISMP, JCAHO, and QSEN standards for medication safety.
- Q: Is there a focus on real-world application in the content? A: Yes, the book emphasizes clinical application by relating mathematical concepts to medication administration and patient care.
- Q: What kind of quizzes does the book offer? A: The book contains Rapid Practice quizzes after each topic to reinforce learning and provide additional practice with drug calculations.
- Q: Does this book cover the latest medications and practices? A: Yes, it includes new content on current medications, including updated photos and labels, ensuring relevance in today's clinical environment.