Introduction to Clinical Pharmacology Elsevier eBook on VitalSource (Retail Access Card)

By Constance G Visovsky, Cheryl H. Zambroski, Shirley M. Hosler

Introduction to Clinical Pharmacology Elsevier eBook on VitalSource (Retail Access Card)
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  • Ideal scope of content and readability for LPN/LVN programs includes basic, need-to-know pharmacology content.
  • Safety Alert boxes highlight important nursing considerations for safe medication administration and monitoring.
  • Lifespan Considerations boxes for children and older adults draw attention to information that would be especially important when giving a specific drug to patients of those age groups.
  • A focus on understanding drug classes helps students understand the actions and uses of drug classes and provides a framework for safe, effective practice as new drugs are introduced to the market.
  • Video clips on medication administration procedures provide students with a visual reference for safe medication administration.
  • Key terms with phonetic pronunciations and text page references help improve students' terminology and language skills before they enter clinical practice.
  • Essential content is highlighted throughout the text, as in all of Elsevier's LPN Threads textbooks, with features such as Top Tips for Safety, Memory Joggers, and Lifespan Considerations boxes.
  • NEW! Get Ready for the Next Generation NCLEX® Examination! section includes key points, review questions, and case studies with Next Generation NCLEX-format questions to prepare students for the new licensure examination.
  • NEW! Reorganized chapters break up lengthy content and more logically present pharmacological content by body system or major disorder.
  • UPDATED! Coverage of newly approved and updated pharmaceutical treatments and drugs prepares students for practice.

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