Mosby's Textbook for Medication Assistants

Name: Mosby's Textbook for Medication Assistants
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Book Synopsis: Gain the knowledge and skills you need to safely administer medications! Mosby's Textbook for Medication Assistants, 2nd Edition covers the principles and techniques of drug administration for common drugs and over-the-counter medications. It addresses topics such as basic pharmacology, the effect of drugs on body systems, delegation and lifespan considerations, ethics and laws, and math skills for accurate dosage calculation. Written by Karen Anderson, this text is a complete guide to the medication assistant's role, function, and scope of practice.

Step-by-step procedures are divided into manageable segments, with instructions for each skill.

Clear, easy-to-read writing style makes it easy to understand what you've read.

Documentation reporting and recording is discussed for each drug.

Focus on Communication boxes suggest what to say and questions to ask when interacting with patients, residents, family, and nursing staff.

Focus on Older Person boxes provide age-specific considerations when administering drugs to older patients.

Promoting Safety and Comfort boxes highlight safe guidelines for administering drugs.

Delegation Guidelines call out the information the aide should obtain from the nurse and the care plan for delegated tasks.

Chapter Review Questions at the end of each chapter help you evaluate your comprehension.

Arithmetic Review in the appendix covers the basic math skills you need for calculating and checking medication dosages.

Key Terms are defined at the beginning of each chapter to help you understand key terminology.

NEW! Updated drug content includes current brand names, dosages, effects, and side effects.

NEW Infection Prevention chapter is added.

NEW! Full-color drawings and photos are updated to illustrate key concepts and techniques.

NEW! Updated and simplified coverage of disease helps you understand how and when drugs are used to treat different diseases.

NEW! NCLEX® review questions are now available on the Evolve companion website.

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Are you a medication assistant looking to enhance your knowledge and skills in administering medications? Look no further than Mosby's Textbook for Medication Assistants! This comprehensive guide, written by Karen Anderson, covers everything you need to know about drug administration, from basic pharmacology to accurate dosage calculation. With step-by-step procedures and clear instructions, you'll feel confident in your ability to safely administer medications. Don't miss out on this invaluable resource!

One of the standout features of Mosby's Textbook for Medication Assistants is its focus on communication. With "Focus on Communication" boxes, you'll know exactly what to say and what questions to ask when interacting with patients, residents, family, and nursing staff. Effective communication is crucial in providing the best possible care, and this book will equip you with the skills you need to excel in this area.

Promoting safety and comfort is another key aspect of medication administration, and Mosby's Textbook for Medication Assistants has you covered. The book highlights safe guidelines for administering drugs through "Promoting Safety and Comfort" boxes, ensuring that you follow the best practices in your role as a medication assistant. Your patients' well-being is a top priority, and this book will help you prioritize their safety and comfort.

Don't miss out on the newest updates in the second edition of Mosby's Textbook for Medication Assistants! With updated drug content including current brand names, dosages, effects, and side effects, you'll stay up-to-date with the latest information in the field. Additionally, the inclusion of an Infection Prevention chapter and full-color drawings and photos further enhance your understanding of key concepts and techniques.

Ready to take your medication administration skills to the next level? Don't wait any longer. Get your copy of Mosby's Textbook for Medication Assistants and become a confident and knowledgeable medication assistant today!

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