Evolve

Table of Contents

Part I: Review of Mathematics

Review of Mathematics Pretest
1. Fractions
2. Decimals
3. Percents
4. Ratios
5. Proportions
Review of Mathematics Posttest

Part II: Units and Measurements for the Calculation of Drug Dosages

6. Metric and Household Measurements
7. Apothecary and Household Measurements
8. Equivalents Between Apothecary and Metric Measurements

Part III: Preparation for Calculation of Drug Dosages

9. Patient Safety NEW!
10. Interpretation of the Physician's Orders
11. How to Read Drug Labels
12. Dimensional Analysis and the Calculation of Drug Dosages

Part IV: Calculation of Drug Dosages

13. Oral Dosages
14. Parenteral Dosages
15. Dosages Measured in Units
16. Intravenous Flow Rates
17. Critical Care IV Flow Rates
18. Pediatric Dosages

Part V: Drug Administration Considerations

19. Automated Medication Dispensing Systems
20. Special Considerations for the Administration of Medications to the Elderly
21. Home Care Considerations in the Administration of Medications

Comprehensive Posttest
Glossary