Publisher's Synopsis
Boost your confidence!This incredibly useful reference presents pharmacology facts in a reader-friendly style. You'll easily learn and recall key information such as:Pharmacology fundamentals, including where drugs come from and how they're classified and administeredDrugs by pharmacological class for all body systemsPain medications, anti-infective drugs, drugs for fluid and electrolyte balance, and much moreNursing process steps for each drug classPotentially dangerous drug interactionsFantastic features!Five-star features highlight important information:Actions, indications, and nursing considerations for common drugsThe way drugs act on the bodyAlerts on drug warnings that should be considered before administrationPatient education tips on information to share with your patientsQuick quizzes to help you review each chapter and reinforce your learningAdapted from the popular Made Incredibly Easy! series this text includes relevant language, references, legislation and measurements for the Australia New Zealand marketplace.