Intravenous infusion therapy for nurses : principles & practice / Dianne L. Josephson.

Author/creator Josephson, Dianne L.
Format Book
Edition2nd ed.
Publication InfoAustralia ; Clifton Park, NY : Thomson/Delmar Learning, ©2004.
Descriptionxviii, 701 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm
Subjects

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.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. 679-687) and index.
LCCN 2003013664
ISBN1401809359 :

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