Mosby's 2018 Nursing Drug Reference [Paperback]

Choose the drug handbook trusted for nearly 30 years! From the leading name in nursing, Mosby's 2018 Nursing Drug Reference is a full-color portable nursing drug handbook that makes it easy to find the most vital information on the drugs that nurses administer most frequently. More than 5,000 drugs are profiled - including 20-30 new entries for drugs recently approved by the FDA. . No other drug guide places a higher emphasis on patient safety, with Black Box Warnings for dangerous adverse reactions, Safety Alerts for situations requiring special attention, and a focus on both common and life-threatening side effects. Backed with practical online resources, Mosby's Nursing Drug Reference proves there is a difference in drug guides. It's Mosby's bestselling drug reference for nurses!

• Black Box Warnings provide alerts to FDA warnings of dangerous or life-threatening drug reactions.
• Safety Alert icon highlights the most critical drug interactions and side effects.
• Common and life-threatening side effects are organized by body system, showing signs to watch for during assessments.
• Coverage of IV drug administration highlights dosage and IV administration instructions, including safety considerations and Y-site, syringe, and additive compatibilities.
• Alphabetical organization by generic name provides quick and easy access to specific drugs, and a full-color design highlights important information.
• Nursing Process steps are used as the framework for organizing all nursing care information.Overview of drug categories explains the safe administration of common classes of drugs,l3.