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| dimensional analysis dosage calculation: Dosage Calculations Made Incredibly Easy! Springhouse, 2002 This entertaining guide is now more fun, more up-to-date, and even easier to use -- an indispensable resource for nurses who want to take the stress out of dosage calculations. New to this edition are a chapter on dimensional analysis; numerous lighthearted learning aids called Cheat Sheets; and Practice Makes Perfect -- case study questions and answers that let nurses assess their progress. Contents include math basics; measurement systems; drug orders and administration records; calculating oral, topical, and rectal drug dosages; calculating parenteral injections and I.V. infusions; and calculating pediatric, obstetric, and critical care dosages. |
| dimensional analysis dosage calculation: Dimensional Analysis Tracy Horntvedt, 2019 Focus on patient safety Learning models, including the 4 Cs approach to dosage calculations: compute, convert, conceptualize, and critically evaluate Over 1,000 practice problems throughout the book, including... Basic skills pre-test End-of-section practice tests in each chapter End-of-unit assessment tests End-of-book post-test 18 Speed Challenge chapter quizzes online to increase speed and accuracy Real-life scenarios that illustrate how to apply concepts to practice Note and Alert boxes that highlight potential safety issues to keep in mind when calculating math problems A glossary of key terms at the beginning of each chapter |
| dimensional analysis dosage calculation: Dimensional Analysis Tracy Horntvedt, 2023-02-01 Make dosage calculations easier to master with dimensional analysis. Dosage calculations can be intimidating, but they don’t need to be. Dimensional analysis is an easy, systematic approach that shows you how to master simple to complex calculations with consistency and accuracy and reduce medication errors to ensure that drugs are administered safely and documented correctly. Dimensional analysis, which can be used on virtually every dosage calculation problem, eliminates the need to use other methods or perform lengthy, multi-step calculations. It’s a method of problem-solving that organizes data in a manner that is easy to understand and apply. |
| dimensional analysis dosage calculation: The Nurse, the Math, the Meds Joyce L. Mulholland, Joyce M. Mulholland, 2006-10 This text emphasizes the simplicity of the dimensional analysis method to help even those students with math anxiety minimize or eliminate medication calculation errors. It begins with a comprehensive review of general math skills and an explanation of basic dimensional analysis methodology. The book focuses on the analysis and setup of practice problems, formulation of a reasonable answer, and evaluation of the answer. This one-of-a-kind text is designed for nursing students at all levels, including graduate nurses and practicing nurses who want a refresher. It is an appropriate text selection for agency in-service programs as well as for physician assistant medication math courses. A companion CD-ROM packaged with the text offers additional practice problems. A self-assessment test precedes the comprehensive math review in Chapter 1, promoting a strong math foundation. Chapter 2 introduces the dimensional analysis method and includes several basic practice problems, facilitating consistent application of the method throughout the text. The analysis and setup of practice problems increases comprehension, reduces errors, and complements use of the dimensional analysis method. To help reduce medication errors, the text follows JCAHO and ISMP recommendations regarding avoidance of ambiguous abbreviations, acronyms, and symbols. Each chapter begins with a quick overview of chapter contents to orient students as they prepare to read and study the material. The text's full-color design includes a special margin section in which students can work out practice problems on the spot. Rapid Practice exercises follow each main concept, allowing students to review even when their study time is limited or frequently interrupted. Test Tips enhance comprehension and improve students' test-taking skills and comfort level. Selected Mnemonics are supplied to facilitate memorization and conserve learning time. Red Arrow Alerts call attention to critical math concepts and patient-safety theory as well as to key nursing practice issues. FAQs and Answers are derived from students' actual classroom questions. They are particularly helpful to students who are studying outside of a traditional classroom environment. Ask Yourself questions help students comprehend and synthesize content. Communication boxes, which present sample nurse-patient and nurse-prescriber dialogues, illustrate clinical applications of medication administration. Cultural boxes describe selected math-notation and medication-related cultural practices. Clinical Relevance boxes show how abstract concepts, such as legal issues, apply to everyday clinical practice. Website addresses and other useful references are provided where applicable. Two chapter finals are included at the end of each chapter, one multiple-choice format and one traditional format, with answers provided in the back of the book. Two comprehensive finals, one using an NCLEX examination-style multiple-choice format and one following a traditional format, test the major concepts covered in the text and offer an opportunity for additional practice. An answer key in the back of the book contains step-by-step solutions to the Rapid Practice exercises, chapter finals, and comprehensive text finals, allowing the student to pinpoint specific areas for further review. |
| dimensional analysis dosage calculation: Dosage Calculations Anthony Patrick Giangrasso, Dolores M. Shrimpton, 2013 Custom Edition for Faulkner Community College. |
| dimensional analysis dosage calculation: Calculate with Confidence Deborah Gray Morris, 2010 Calculate with Confidence provides a clear consistent format with a step-by-step approach to the calculation and administration of drug dosages. It covers the ratio and proportion, formula, and dimensional analysis methods. This popular text focuses on enhancing the learning experience of students at all curricular levels by making content clinically applicable. Concepts relating to critical thinking, logical thinking, and nursing process are presented throughout. New practice problems have been added throughout this edition and rationales for the answers continue to be provided giving the students a better understanding of principles related to drug dosages. This fifth edition addresses the increasing responsibility of nurses in medication and administration; emphasizes the priority for client care, and presents material that reflects the current scope of the nursing practice. A clear and consistent, step-by-step approach to calculations and administration makes it easy to understand. Ratio and Proportion, Formula, and Dimensional Analysis content provides you with well-rounded coverage. Pretest and post-test help identify strengths and weaknesses in competency of basic math before and assess your comprehension after Unit One: Math Review. Points to Remember boxes highlighted in each chapter help you remember important concepts. Critical thinking information that should be applied in the clinical setting to help avoid drug calculation and administration errors is boxed throughout the text. Full-color illustrations, photographs, and drug labels familiarize you with what you'll encounter in the clinical setting. Current recommendations from The Joint Commission and Institute for Safe Medication Practices are followed throughout. Caution boxes identify issues that may lead to medication errors and strengthen actions that must be taken to avoid calculation errors. Tips for Clinical Practice calls attention to information critical to math calculation and patient safety as well as issues related to practice. Rule boxes familiarize students with information needed to accurately solve drug calculation problems. |
| dimensional analysis dosage calculation: Calculation of Drug Dosages - E-Book Sheila J. Ogden, Linda Fluharty, 2015-01-29 Known for its textbook/workbook format, Calculation of Drug Dosages, 10th Edition makes it easy to master the ratio and proportion, formula, and dimensional analysis methods for drug calculation. A basic review of mathematics refreshes your math skills, and plenty of practice problems help you overcome any inexperience or weaknesses you may have. Written by nursing experts Sheila Ogden and Linda Fluharty, this resource helps you calculate drug dosages accurately and with confidence. An extensive math review covers the basic math skills essential for accurate calculation of drug dosages and helps you identify your strengths and weaknesses. Over 1,800 practice problems reinforce your understanding of drug calculations. A logical structure is organized from simple to complex, making it easier to absorb and retain knowledge. Learning objectives keep you focused and explain what you should accomplish upon completion of each chapter. An Alert box highlights information crucial to math calculation and patient safety. Chapter worksheets allow you to practice solving realistic problems. Post-tests at the end of each chapter let you assess your understanding of content. A comprehensive post-test at the end of the book offers additional practice and accurately gauges your overall understanding. Over 600 practice problems on the Evolve companion website cover ratio-proportion, formula, and dimensional analysis methods. 25 flash cards on Evolve contain abbreviations, formulas, and conversions from the book, allowing you to study at your own pace. UPDATED drug labels and equipment photos show the latest drugs and technology used in the market. NEW! Additional Intake and Output problems are included, and the apothecary method is minimized and moved to the appendix. NEW! Easy-access answer key is placed at the end of each chapter rather than in the back of the book. |
| dimensional analysis dosage calculation: The Nurse, The Math, The Meds - E-Book Joyce L. Mulholland, 2014-04-14 Use the simplicity of the dimensional analysis method to minimize drug calculation errors! The Nurse, The Math, The Meds, 2nd Edition helps you overcome any math anxiety you may have by clearly explaining how to use the dimensional analysis method. It shows how to analyze practice problems, find the reasonable answer, and then evaluate it. But first, it lets you refresh your math skills with a review of essential math. Written by noted nursing educator Joyce Mulholland, this book offers over 1,400 questions for plenty of practice in mastering math concepts and learning dosage calculations. A comprehensive math review at the beginning of the book includes a self-assessment test to help you identify areas of strength and weakness. A consistent chapter format includes objectives, essential prior knowledge, equipment needed, estimated time to complete the chapter, key vocabulary, and more. Rapid Practice exercises follow each new topic with multiple practice problems, so you can apply concepts immediately. A full-color design includes a special margin section so you can work out practice problems on the spot. Mnemonics make memorization easier and save time in learning. Test tips enhance your comprehension and improve test-taking skills and comfort level. Red arrow alerts call attention to critical math concepts and patient safety theory. Clinical Relevance boxes help you apply medication-related concepts to practice. Unique! FAQ and Answers are derived from students' actual classroom questions, and are especially useful if you are studying outside of a classroom environment. Unique! Ask Yourself questions help in synthesizing information and reinforcing understanding. Unique! Communication boxes include sample nurse-patient and nurse-prescriber dialogues that illustrate clinical application of medication administration. Cultural boxes describe selected math notation and medication-related cultural practices. TJC and ISMP recommendations for abbreviations, acronyms, and symbols are used to reduce medication errors, increase patient safety, and ensure compliance with agency regulations. Online and print references provide opportunities for further research and study. Two chapter finals are included at the end of each chapter. Two comprehensive finals evaluate your understanding, one in NCLEX® exam-style multiple-choice format and the other following a traditional written format. Answer key in the back of the book provides step-by-step solutions to the Rapid Practice exercises, chapter finals, and comprehensive finals so you can pinpoint specific areas for further review. |
| dimensional analysis dosage calculation: Dimensional Analysis Tracy Horntvedt, 2019-02-11 Dosage calculations can be intimidating, but they don’t need to be. Dimensional analysis is an easy, systematic approach that shows you how to master simple to complex calculations with consistency and accuracy and reduce medication errors with simple safety mechanisms. |
| dimensional analysis dosage calculation: Dosage Calculations Gloria D. Pickar, Hope Graham, Beth Swart, Margaret Swedish, 2014-02-17 Classroom tested and reviewed, the third Canadian edition of Dosage Calculations draws upon the strengths of two marketing leading Canadian editions and nine US editions that have together helped over 1 million faculty and students allay math anxiety and promote confidence in their ability to perform accurate calculations. The new edition also responds to changes in the healthcare system by introducing new drugs, replacing outdated drugs, and discussing new or refined ways of administering medications. This text is directed at the student or professional who feels uncomfortable with mathematics and wants to improve their ability to perform accurate drug dosage calculations. As a pioneer Canadian text in the topic of medication calculations, the authors have transcended provincial practices to provide a nation-wide perspective on dosage calculations. The text teaches the ?Three-Step Approach? for calculating dosages: 1. Convert measurements to the same unit; 2. Consider what dosage is reasonable; and 3. Calculate using the formula method. |
| dimensional analysis dosage calculation: Dosage Calculations for Nursing Students Bradley J. Wojcik, Chase Hassen, 2018-08-16 Do You Want to Learn a Few Simple Methods of Solving Dosage Calculations WITHOUT a Bunch of Formulas? Would you like to raise your hand in your dosage calculation class, after the instructor explains a complicated formula, and ask to approach the white board to show the class a much simpler method? Do you want to go on your clinicals knowing that you have a solid foundation in dosage calculations? Do you want to walk into your Nursing Calculations class on the first day knowing that you can ace all the tests before the course begins? If you answered yes to any of these questions, this book is for you... Unit 1 Covers Essential Skills: The Metric System Apothecary/Avoirdupois/Household Systems Ratios Conversion Factors Unit 2 Covers Auxiliary Subjects: Rounding Numbers Roman Numerals Scientific Notation Military Time Unit 3 Will Teach You One Simple Method to Set Up & Solve All the Following Types of Calculations Using Dimensional Analysis: The Ratio Proportion Method is Also Covered: Unit Conversions Dosage Calculations IV Flow Rate Calculations Percent/Percent Strength/Ratio Strength Calculations Milliequivalent Calculations The book includes plenty of exercises to hone your skills along with a self-assessment exercise! Scroll Up & Get Your Copy Now! |
| dimensional analysis dosage calculation: Calculation of Drug Dosages Sheila J. Ogden, Sheila J. Ogden, MSN, RN, Linda Fluharty, RNC, MSN, 2022-03 |
| dimensional analysis dosage calculation: Henke's Med-Math Susan Buchholz, Grace Henke, 2008-09-01 Now in its Sixth Edition, this best-selling text features a highly visual, hands-on approach to learning dosage calculations and principles of drug administration. It presents step-by-step approaches to solving problems and includes dosage problems that simulate actual clinical experience. Each chapter includes numerous examples, self-tests, and proficiency tests. This edition presents all four methods of calculation side by side: ratio, proportion, formula, and dimensional analysis. New material on enteral feedings, heparin infusions, and insulin infusions is included. Drug labels are current, and problems use JCAHO-approved abbreviations. A handy quick-reference plastic pull-out card shows conversions and formulas. |
| dimensional analysis dosage calculation: Dosage Calc 360 F a Davis, F.A. Davis Company, 2019-02-26 Dosage Calc 360 |
| dimensional analysis dosage calculation: Pharmaceutical Calculations Maria Glaucia Teixeira, Joel L. Zatz, 2017-01-31 Retaining the successful previous editions' programmed instructional format, this book improves and updates an authoritative textbook to keep pace with compounding trends and calculations – addressing real-world calculations pharmacists perform and allowing students to learn at their own pace through examples. Connects well with the current emphasis on self-paced and active learning in pharmacy schools Adds a new chapter dedicated to practical calculations used in contemporary compounding, new appendices, and solutions and answers for all problems Maintains value for teaching pharmacy students the principles while also serving as a reference for review by students in preparation for licensure exams Rearranges chapters and rewrites topics of the previous edition, making its content ideal to be used as the primary textbook in a typical dosage calculations course for any health care professional Reviews of the prior edition: ...a well-structured approach to the topic... (Drug Development and Industrial Pharmacy) and ...a perfectly organized manual that serves as a expert guide... (Electric Review) |
| dimensional analysis dosage calculation: Practice Calculations for the Nursing Student Diane L. Rhodes, 2019-09 This book is designed to introduce nursing students to dosage calculations at the fundamentals, IV math, and pediatric levels. It includes 150 practice problems in each of the three areas. In each case, not only is the answer to the problem given, but also the setup of the problem needed to reach that answer. In that way, if you get a problem wrong, you can see where in the setup you went wrong. Correct dosage calculation is vital in nursing practice, for the safety of our patients. This book was written to help increase competency and confidence, and to prepare students for the dosage calculation exams required during nursing school. It provides the tools to perform accurate dosage calculations both while in nursing school, and out into nursing practice after graduation. |
| dimensional analysis dosage calculation: Clinical Calculations Made Easy Gloria P. Craig, 2019-09-27 Safely and Effectively Calculate Medication Dosages Dosage calculation and drug administration are easier than ever with this easy-to-use skill-building guide. Clinical Calculations Made Easy equips you to confidently calculate accurate medication dosages with a review of basic math skills and measurement systems, as well as a systematic approach to drug calculations/preparations using the proven dimensional analysis method. Examples guide you step by step through solving common problems. Thinking it Through insights coach you in thinking critically to solve complex problems. In-Chapter Exercises help you hone new skills. Practice Problems test your retention and challenge you to apply what you’ve learned. Answer Keys at the end of each chapter provide instant feedback and remediation. Two Removable Post-Tests offer a comprehensive evaluation of your understanding. Drug Labels with related problems familiarize you with information sources you’ll reference regularly in practice. Preventing Medication Errors help you avoid common dosage calculation mistakes. Pediatric Medication Icon alerts you to potential problems you may encounter specific to pediatric care. |
| dimensional analysis dosage calculation: Math for Meds Anna M. Curren, 2005 |
| dimensional analysis dosage calculation: Pharmacy Calculations: An Introduction for Pharmacy Technicians Joy Bellis Sakai, Leanora Kasun, 2012-07-01 Pharmacy Calculations: An Introduction for Pharmacy Technicians is designed for pharmacy technician students enrolled in a training program, technicians preparing for the certification exam, and for on-site training. As the role for pharmacy technicians continues to evolve and expand, one thing remains constant. The safety of patients is the highest priority for anyone working in pharmacy, whether in hospital, retail, or institutional practices. A thorough understanding of pharmacy math ensures accuracy in computations and safety and quality in practice. This book offers a complete review of the basic mathematics concepts and skills, which provide a foundation for more advanced understanding of pharmacy-related topics. The guide provides students with the pharmacy basics necessary for correctly interpreting prescriptions and drug orders, and for performing dosing calculations that technicians face every day. The chapters are broken down into four units and are organized to complement most pharmacy technician training curricula and to support the ASHP model curriculum: · Review of Mathematics · Systems of Measurement · Preparing for Problem Solving in Pharmacy · Dosing Calculations and Other Pharmacy Problems Key features throughout the book include: · Chapter objectives · Key terms and definitions · Examples of problem scenarios or calculations questions and solutions · “Tech Note!” —provides a highlight of key points within the chapters · “Numbers at Work” —illustrates why key concepts are important to know and skills are critical to master · Practice problems · A test bank · Appendices that include the parts of a prescription, a glossary of terms, conversions, and abbreviations tables. For additional resources related to this book, visit www.ashp.org/techcalculations. |
| dimensional analysis dosage calculation: Body Physics Lawrence Davis, Body Physics sticks to the basic functioning of the human body, from motion to metabolism, as a common theme through which fundamental physics topics are introduced. Related practice, reinforcement and Lab activities are included. See the front matter for more details. Additional supplementary material, activities, and information can be found at: https://openoregon.pressbooks.pub/bpsupmat. |
| dimensional analysis dosage calculation: Dimensional Analysis for Meds: Simplified Dosage Calculations Anna M. Curren, 2025-03-03 Dosage calculation can be very challenging and intimidating for students. However, renowned author and educator, Anna Curren applies her experience, knowledge, and proven method to take the fear-factor out of manual math in Dimensional Analysis: Simplified Dosage Calculations, Seventh Edition. She breaks down the subject using dimensional analysis which reduces all calculations into a single, easy-to-solve equation. Furthermore, her conversational writing style brings the students to a safe place in the often-intimidating realm of math. The updated Seventh Edition presents only the essential information. The first section includes a chapter with an overview of the metric system; as Curren states, 98% of all calculations involve metric measures. The text is structured to feature content in small instructional steps followed by assessments to reinforce what has been learned. |
| dimensional analysis dosage calculation: MATH AND DOSAGE CALCULATIONS FOR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS James Whaley, Kathryn Booth, 2015-05-08 McGraw-Hill has a clear digital advantage in Math & Dosage Calculations, to prepare students with a strong math foundation, and Connect Plus, which includes math, terminology, dosage calculations, interactive exercises and an eBook- a complete course solution. 3D Animations covering pathophysiology and pharmacology as well as a newly filmed Medication Administration Video series are also in Connect Plus with pre-, during- and post-assessment. |
| dimensional analysis dosage calculation: Dosage Calculations Gloria D. Pickar, 2006 Builds upon its core strengths-comprehensive math review, ratio- proportion method approach, and critical thinking assessment. The author's trusted three step method, Convert, Think, Calculate, trains users how to significantly reduce errors and increase their confidence in dosage calculation. |
| dimensional analysis dosage calculation: Clinical Calculations Using Dimensional Analysis Gloria Craig, 1996-10 This guide to dosage calculation problems uses an approach that employs the dimensional analysis - or label factor - method. Since the focus is placed on understanding how to problem solve rather than on memorization, students should build a better foundation for learning. The text takes the reader from simple, one-factor problems to complex, multi-factor problems. Using the UNIT PATH graphic, dimensional analysis problem-solving is presented in a step-by-step format. Two chapters are devoted to self-evaluation, allowing students to test their knowledge. A separate chapter of case studies illustrates the use of dosage calculation in real-world. Special features include chapter objectives, examples, actual drug labels, many opportunities to practice, and a detailed answer key. |
| dimensional analysis dosage calculation: Understanding Pharmacy Calculations Teresa A. O'Sullivan, Linda Stevens Albrecht, 2012 Written in easy-to-understand language and emphasizing practical calculations that pharmacists do every day, this revised and updated edition of Understanding Pharmacy Calculations guides student pharmacists through the sometimes overwhelming introduction to the subject. It also helps students appreciate the relevance of calculations to pharmacy practice. A valuable resource for calculations courses, this book can also be used by students as self-paced study and review in preparation for the national pharmacy licensure examination.Key Features: Structured five-lesson design permits classroom use or self-paced study and review for the national pharmacy licensure examination Designed to develop proficiency in commonly encountered clinical calculations, incorporating clinical examples based on everyday practice Includes practice problems and detailed answers throughout - nearly 200 in all, including a 100-question Practice Practice Practice section at the end of the book Brings clarity to the often murky area of total parenteral nutrition calculations, aided by realistic problems with completed TPN worksheets Written in a light-hearted, frequently humorous style to maintain student interest and put even math-phobes at ease |
| dimensional analysis dosage calculation: Nursing Students' Conceptions of Dimensional Analysis for Calculating Medication Dosage Daniel Ozimek, 2021 This study examines how nursing students think about and make sense of dimensional analysis, a common mathematical procedure for calculating medication dosage (Curren, 2010; Greenfield et al., 2006). Participants in this study include ten pre-licensure nursing students from a small, private health sciences college located in the northeastern United States. Data were collected in two phases: (1) asynchronously through e-mail, and (2) 60-minute semi-structured, task-based interviews held through Zoom. In each of these phases, the participating students used dimensional analysis to complete intentionally designed dosage calculation tasks. Students' submitted work, and their actions and statements during the task-based interview, were analyzed using a hybrid coding scheme (Miles et al., 2020). Analytic memos were created to capture researcher reflections and facilitate the synthesis of overarching themes in the data (Maxwell, 2013). Drawing upon a recent specification of mathematical conception as a researcher-constructed model (Simon, 2017), nine distinct conceptions of dimensional analysis emerged from the data, including those relating to how the nursing students completed dosage calculations with dimensional analysis, why they chose to use dimensional analysis to calculate dosage, and the proportional reasoning strategies they used to support their completed dimensional analysis work. The results indicate that nursing students may utilize different approaches of dimensional analysis to complete dosage tasks, with some illustrating a more-flexible perspective on dimensional analysis. The students in this study also employed a variety of proportional reasoning strategies to make sense of their completed dimensional analysis work. These results contribute to the literature by offering novel insights into how and why nursing students utilize dimensional analysis. The nine conceptions developed in this study offer an empirically-grounded starting point for conceptualizing and articulating the ways in which nursing students make sense of and understand dimensional analysis as a method for calculating medication dosage. |
| dimensional analysis dosage calculation: Medical Dosage Calculations June Looby Olsen, Anthony Patrick Giangrasso, Dolores M. Shrimpton, 2004 The Eight Edition of Medical Dosage Calculations continues to be a user-friendly drug calculation text and workbook. Utilizing a dimensional analysis approach, this comprehensive resource begins with simple arithmetic and progresses to the most complex drug calculation problem. Completely revised and updated to include the latest practices and medications, an updated comprehensive review section, and a new companion website, it provides all of the details for a complete understanding of these most critical calculation skills. NEW--Companion Website--www.prenhall.com/olsen--with critical thinking questions and more. Revised and updated to include the latest practices and medications. Updated questions, critical thinking case studies, practice problem sets, and self-tests. Over 1000 problems throughout. Exercises complete with solutions for a complete look at the step-by-step process. A comprehensive review section is ideal for reference and self-testing. An arithmetic review (Chapter 1) provides a foundation for the calculations that follow throughout the text. Actual drug labels are real-life examples of what is used in health care settings. The most frequently used drugs organized by both generic and trade names. |
| dimensional analysis dosage calculation: Clinical Calculations Made Easy Gloria P. Craig, 2009 Now in its Fifth Edition, this book presents a systematic approach to solving dosage calculation problems using dimensional analysis. The book uses the simple-to-complex approach, focusing on understanding how to problem solve, and is, therefore, divided into four sections. 1.) Clinical Calculations introduces the concepts and includes a comprehensive pre-test. 2.) Practice Problems allows students the opportunity to refine their skills 3.)Case Studies (45) helps the student relate dosage calculations to real clinical situations. 4.) A Comprehensive Post-Test contains 25 questions allowing th. |
| dimensional analysis dosage calculation: Medical Dosage Calculations June Looby Olsen, Anthony Patrick Giangrasso, Dolores M. Shrimpton, 2004 The eight edition of Medical Dosage Calculations will continue to be a friendly workbook approach using dimensional analysis. This has become the primary dosage calculation technique among nursing and allied health students. |
| dimensional analysis dosage calculation: Calculate with Confidence - E-Book Deborah C. Gray Morris, 2014-01-30 Calculate with Confidence provides a clear consistent format with a step-by-step approach to the calculation and administration of drug dosages. It covers the ratio and proportion, formula, and dimensional analysis methods. This popular text focuses on enhancing the learning experience of students at all curricular levels by making content clinically applicable. Concepts relating to critical thinking, logical thinking, and nursing process are presented throughout. New practice problems have been added throughout this edition and rationales for the answers continue to be provided giving the students a better understanding of principles related to drug dosages. This fifth edition addresses the increasing responsibility of nurses in medication and administration; emphasizes the priority for client care, and presents material that reflects the current scope of the nursing practice. A clear and consistent, step-by-step approach to calculations and administration makes it easy to understand. Ratio and Proportion, Formula, and Dimensional Analysis content provides you with well-rounded coverage. Pretest and post-test help identify strengths and weaknesses in competency of basic math before and assess your comprehension after Unit One: Math Review. Points to Remember boxes highlighted in each chapter help you remember important concepts. Critical thinking information that should be applied in the clinical setting to help avoid drug calculation and administration errors is boxed throughout the text. Full-color illustrations, photographs, and drug labels familiarize you with what you'll encounter in the clinical setting. Current recommendations from The Joint Commission and Institute for Safe Medication Practices are followed throughout. Caution boxes identify issues that may lead to medication errors and strengthen actions that must be taken to avoid calculation errors. Tips for Clinical Practice calls attention to information critical to math calculation and patient safety as well as issues related to practice. Rule boxes familiarize students with information needed to accurately solve drug calculation problems. |
| dimensional analysis dosage calculation: Pharmacy Calculations Matthew Rewald, Bradley Lorang, Garrett Schramm, 2021 Offering a complete review of the basic mathematics concepts and skills, Pharmacy Calculations: An Introduction for Pharmacy Technicians, Second Edition provides students with the pharmacy basics necessary for correctly interpreting prescriptions and drug orders, and for performing dosing calculations that technicians face every day. The second edition has been streamlined to focus on the most important pharmacy calculation concepts-covering the fundamentals related to accuracy and basic math operations, units of measurement and conversions, critical thinking in problem solving, dosing calculations, percentages, concentration calculations, compounding formulas, intravenous infusion calculations, and business math. What's new in this edition? The chapters are broken down into four units and organized to complement most pharmacy technician training curricula and to support the ASHP-ACPE model curriculum: Review of Mathematics Systems of Measurement Preparing for Problem Solving in Pharmacy Dosing Calculations and other Pharmacy Problems Key features throughout the book include: Chapter objectives Key terms and definitions Examples of problem scenarios or calculations questions and solutions Tech Note! - provides a highlight of key points within the chapters Numbers at Work - illustrates why key concepts are important to know and skills are critical to master Practice problems Appendices that include the parts of a prescription, a glossary of terms, conversions, and abbreviations tables |
| dimensional analysis dosage calculation: Airport Passenger Screening Using Backscatter X-Ray Machines National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, Division on Earth and Life Studies, Nuclear and Radiation Studies Board, Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences, National Materials and Manufacturing Board, Committee on Airport Passenger Screening: Backscatter X-Ray Machines, 2015-12-10 Passenger screening at commercial airports in the United States has gone through significant changes since the events of September 11, 2001. In response to increased concern over terrorist attacks on aircrafts, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has deployed security systems of advanced imaging technology (AIT) to screen passengers at airports. To date (December 2014), TSA has deployed AITs in U.S. airports of two different technologies that use different types of radiation to detect threats: millimeter wave and X-ray backscatter AIT systems. X-ray backscatter AITs were deployed in U.S. airports in 2008 and subsequently removed from all airports by June 2013 due to privacy concerns. TSA is looking to deploy a second-generation X-ray backscatter AIT equipped with privacy software to eliminate production of an image of the person being screened in order to alleviate these concerns. This report reviews previous studies as well as current processes used by the Department of Homeland Security and equipment manufacturers to estimate radiation exposures resulting from backscatter X-ray advanced imaging technology system use in screening air travelers. Airport Passenger Screening Using Backscatter X-Ray Machines examines whether exposures comply with applicable health and safety standards for public and occupational exposures to ionizing radiation and whether system design, operating procedures, and maintenance procedures are appropriate to prevent over exposures of travelers and operators to ionizing radiation. This study aims to address concerns about exposure to radiation from X-ray backscatter AITs raised by Congress, individuals within the scientific community, and others. |
| dimensional analysis dosage calculation: Medical Dosage Calculations June Olsen, Anthony Giangrasso, Dolores Shrimpton, 2014-12-30 For courses in medical dosage calculation in departments of nursing, pharmacy, pre-med, pre-dental, and other health disciplines; and for courses covering dosage calculation in other programs, such as pharmacology, pediatrics and critical care. The complete and user-friendly guide to safe drug dosage calculation Fully revised for current practices and medication, Medical Dosage Calculations remains the field's most complete, user-friendly and accessible drug calculation text and workbook. Using the dimensional analysis format it pioneered, students begin with simple arithmetic, progressing to the most complex drug calculations. As they develop mathematical skills for accurate dosage calculations, they also gain a thorough professional understanding of safe drug administration. Compared with competitors, our text contains deeper, more realistic problems, incorporating actual dosages and requiring real critical thinking. |
| dimensional analysis dosage calculation: Calculating Drug Dosages Sandra Luz Martinez de Castillo, Maryanne Werner-McCullough, 2024-10-01 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. |
| dimensional analysis dosage calculation: Pharmaceutical and Clinical Calculations, 2nd Edition Mansoor A. Kahn, Indra K. Reddy, 2000-04-06 Pharmaceutical and clinical calculations are critical to the delivery of safe, effective, and competent patient care and professional practice. Pharmaceutical and Clinical Calculations, Second Edition addresses this crucial component, while emphasizing contemporary pharmacy practices. Presenting the information in a well-organized and easy-to-understand manner, the authors explain the principles of clinical calculations involving dose and dosing regimens in patients with impaired organ functions, aminoglycoside therapy, pediatric and geriatric dosing, and radiopharmaceuticals with appropriate examples. Each chapter begins with an introduction to the topic, followed by a comprehensive discussion. Key concepts are highlighted throughout the book for easy retrieval. The examples presented in the text reflect the practice environment in community, hospital, and nuclear pharmacy settings, and the clinical problems presented reflect a direct application of underlying theoretical principles and discussions. Pharmaceutical and Clinical Calculations, Second Edition is an essential tool for any practitioner who needs to reinforce their knowledge of the subject and is a valuable study guide for the Pharmacy Board examination. |
| dimensional analysis dosage calculation: Dimensional Analysis for Meds Anna M. Curren, 2019-03-01 Dimensional Analysis for Meds: Refocusing on Essential Metric Calculations, Fifth Edition is a leading dosage calculation text for nursing students. |
| dimensional analysis dosage calculation: Essential Calculations for Veterinary Nurses and Technicians Terry Lake, Nicola Green, 2022-05-03 Learn to easily master the types of veterinary nursing calculations you will face on the job with Essential Calculations for Veterinary Nurses and Technicians, 4th Edition. From basic arithmetic to dilutions and statistics, this useful text covers all aspects of calculations as applied to veterinary nursing. Readers will benefit from the text's common-sense approach to clinical situations and complete the book knowing how to use calculations to determine dosage rates, anesthetic flow rates, radiography exposure rates, parenteral nutrition, and more. User-friendly features include simple language, detailed explanations, ample examples, and special author guidance so that content is easy to follow and understand. Plus, the text's abundance of learning features - such as self-assessment questions, clinical hints, and tips - help clarify important concepts and ensure that you have mastered everything you need to make calculations in the day-to-day clinical environment. Mathematical explanations using veterinary terms present all principles in a manner that directly pertains to the veterinary field. Comprehensive content covers everything from basic arithmetic to dilutions and statistics, so users have everything needed to succeed in calculations for veterinary nursing and technology. Dimensional analysis bridge method removes the necessity of memorizing formulae and takes advantage of simplifying equations so that calculators are often unnecessary. NEW! Reviewed and updated drugs throughout the book provide dosage calculations that coincide with drugs currently used in the field for the most clinical relevance. NEW! Additional math problems both in the text and on the Evolve companion website offer substantial additional practice. Self-test sections with clinical hints and tips ensure retention of core concepts. |
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