Practical Pharmaceutical Calculations

Author : Michael Bonner,David Wright
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 89 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2017-09-01
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781315346861

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Practical Pharmaceutical Calculations by Michael Bonner,David Wright Pdf

Understanding practical pharmaceutical calculations is essential for healthcare professionals. Even simple errors in calculation can have serious - and possibly fatal - consequences. Fully revised and updated, with entirely new chapters and a focus on basic arithmetic, this best-selling practical guide begins by explaining simple units of measurements and expressions of concentration, followed by demonstrations of how straight-forward calculations can be used to estimate individual patient dosages. At the end of each chapter there are self assessment calculations, with fully worked answers - ideal for revision and self-assessment. With the book and free downloads you can always have the guide on hand when you need it most.

Author : Maria Glaucia Teixeira,Joel L. Zatz
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 560 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2017-01-31
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781118978528

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Pharmaceutical Calculations by Maria Glaucia Teixeira,Joel L. Zatz Pdf

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)

Author : Mitchell J. Stoklosa,Howard C. Ansel
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 428 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 1986
Category : Drugs
ISBN : 0812110072

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Pharmaceutical Calculations by Mitchell J. Stoklosa,Howard C. Ansel Pdf

Author : Shelly J. Stockton
Publisher : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Page : 740 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2021-03-22
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781975128562

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Stoklosa and Ansel's Pharmaceutical Calculations by Shelly J. Stockton Pdf

The gold standard on pharmaceutical calculations, this widely acclaimed text covers the full range of calculations pharmacy students must learn for successful pharmacy practice, including dosing, compounding, metric conversions and more. Thoroughly reviewed by practitioners and educators and extensively revised and updated, this 16th edition maintains high standards for both academic and basic practice requirements while offering the most comprehensive and in-depth coverage of pharmacy calculations available. A consistent, step-by-step approach makes it easy to work through the problems and gain a greater understanding of the underlying concepts, and new online access to calculation problems makes this the most engaging edition yet.

Author : Payal Agarwal
Publisher : Jones & Bartlett Publishers
Page : 348 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2014-09-12
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781449685379

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Pharmaceutical Calculations by Payal Agarwal Pdf

Pharmaceutical Calculations is the perfect text for students or professionals aiming to understand or develop the calculations skills that play a significant role in building a competent pharmacist. This text focuses on basic math fundamentals essential for pharmaceutical calculations, followed by calculations that are more specific to compounding and formulation of individual dosage. This helpful approach incorporates solved examples for each individual section followed by practice sets, with an answer key to each problem. At the end of each chapter case studies demonstrate the application of mathematical calculations in compounding actual prescriptions. FEATURES • Practice sets • Solved problems • Case studies in the form of prescriptions

Author : Judith A. Rees,Ian Smith
Publisher : Pharmaceutical Press
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Drugs
ISBN : 0853696020

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Pharmaceutical Calculations Workbook by Judith A. Rees,Ian Smith Pdf

Pharmaceutical Calculations Workbook is the companion self-study aid to Introduction to Pharmaceutical Calculations, 2nd edn. It contains practice calculations (with answers) similar to those that might be presented in pharmacy examinations and in practice. Each chapter contains a variety of exercises for practising calculations using the methods covered in the companion text. Tables for completion are included in addition to individual drug- or patient-specific questions. Topics covered include: * rational numbers * systems of units * concentrations * dilutions * formulations * doses * density, displacement volumes and values * molecular weights and parenteral solutions.This workbook will be invaluable to pharmacy undergraduates and preregistration trainees and pharmacy technicians, as well as others who want to practise basic pharmaceutical calculations.

Author : Maria Glaucia Teixeira,Joel L. Zatz
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 560 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2017-02-13
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781118978511

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Pharmaceutical Calculations by Maria Glaucia Teixeira,Joel L. Zatz Pdf

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)

Author : Judith A Rees,Ian Smith,Jennie Watson
Publisher : Pharmaceutical Press
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2015-04-21
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780857111685

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Introduction to Pharmaceutical Calculations, 4th edition by Judith A Rees,Ian Smith,Jennie Watson Pdf

Introduction to Pharmaceutical Calculations is an essential study aid for pharmacy students. The book contains worked examples and sample questions and answers.

Author : Mansoor A. Kahn,Indra K. Reddy
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 396 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2000-04-06
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781420014792

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Pharmaceutical and Clinical Calculations, 2nd Edition by Mansoor A. Kahn,Indra K. Reddy Pdf

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.

Author : Julie Martyn,Mathew C. Carey,John D. Gatford,Nicole M. Phillips
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
Page : 237 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2021-12-16
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780702082559

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Gatford and Phillips’ Drug Calculations, E-Book by Julie Martyn,Mathew C. Carey,John D. Gatford,Nicole M. Phillips Pdf

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. 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

Author : Howard C. Ansel,Shelly J. Prince
Publisher : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Page : 388 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0781739225

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Pharmaceutical Calculations by Howard C. Ansel,Shelly J. Prince Pdf

This handbook is intended to be used as a tool that can be quickly accessed and employed in the in the student setting, as a lab reference, and in the pharmacy practice. Designed as a concise reference and resource, it will provide easily accessible definitions, pharmacy applications, insight on working with "tricky" calculations, and realistic/function example calculation. With its convenient size and easy-to-navigate outline structure, this handbook should provide great value to both the student and pharmacist.

Author : Mohammad T. H Nutan,Anna Ratka,Ziyaur Rahman
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2020-08-15
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1734688491

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Practical Handbook of Pharmaceutical Calculations by Mohammad T. H Nutan,Anna Ratka,Ziyaur Rahman Pdf

Author : Howard C. Ansel,Shelly J. Stockton
Publisher : LWW
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2016-03
Category : Drugs
ISBN : 1496300718

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Pharmaceutical Calculations by Howard C. Ansel,Shelly J. Stockton Pdf

"Each chapter has been thoroughly revised with the focus directed toward providing basic pharmaceutical calculations along with supporting explanations of the pharmaceutical or clinical purpose underpinning each type of calculation. Hundreds of new problems have been added to include many current products encountered in pharmacy practice...New to this edition are Authors' Extra Points that provide brief explanations of select underlying subjects, as: pharmacopeias, electronic prescriptions, drug names, and the regulation of pharmacy compounding. A section on equianalgesic dosing for narcotic analgesics has been added to Chapter 10 along with dosing tables related to the subject." -- Preface.

Author : Jahangir Moini
Publisher : Cengage Learning
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2012-05-14
Category : Medical
ISBN : 1133131344

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Pharmaceutical Calculations for Pharmacy Technicians: A Worktext by Jahangir Moini Pdf

Math is a critical element of pharmaceutical care and a sound knowledge of math concepts is key to succeeding as a pharmacy technician. The second edition of PHARMACEUTICAL CALCULATIONS FOR PHARMACY TECHNICIANS: A WORKTEXT provides an effective, hands-on guide to essential math skills, from simple addition and subtraction to formulas used in dosage calculations and basic business math. This highly practical reference helps students develop strong math skills to perform accurate calculations with confidence and prevent medication errors. In addition to informative content, the text includes abundant examples of medication labels, medical forms, and other images to help students apply professional skills in real-life situations. Now thoroughly updated, this edition is more useful than ever, providing an invaluable resource for students and professional pharmacy technicians alike. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.

Author : Phil Wiffen
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 696 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2012-01-26
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780199603640

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Oxford Handbook of Clinical Pharmacy by Phil Wiffen Pdf

This handbook is the definitive quick reference guide to clinical pharmacy, providing practising and student pharmacists with a wealth of practical information.