Edition |
2nd ed. |
Description |
xviii, 701 p. : ill. ; 28 cm. |
Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (p. 679-687) and index. |
Contents |
Introduction to intravenous infusion therapy -- Fluid and electrolyte fundamentals related to intravenous infusion therapy -- Legal implications of intravenous infusion therapy -- Infection control and safety measures related to intravenous infusion therapy -- Risks, complications, and adverse reactions associated with intravenous infusion therapy -- Intravenous infusion preparations -- Patient preparation and site selection for peripheral intravenous infusion therapy -- Equipment and supplies employed in the preparation and administration of intravenous infusion therapy -- The delivery, care, maintenance, and discontinuation of intravenous infusion therapy -- Mathematical calculations for the administration, regulation, and maintenance of intravenous infusion therapy -- Pharmacologic principles related to the preparation and administration of intravenous medications -- Central and peripherally placed vascular access devices and advanced medication delivery systems -- Intravenous nutrition support -- Blood and blood product administration -- Intravenous infusion therapy for the pediatric patient -- Intravenous therapy for the elderly patient : special considerations. |
Subject |
Infusion therapy.
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Nursing.
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ISBN |
1401809359 (pbk.) |
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