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Fundamentals of Pharmacology for Children's Nurses

by Ian Peate

Book Details

Publisher:John Wiley & Sons
Published:2021-12-01
Pages:452
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

About This Book

Registered Nurses must have thorough knowledge of pharmacology, medicines administration, and the effects of medicines. Fundamentals of Pharmacology for Children's Nurses is written for nurses and allied health professionals involved in the care of children and young people (CYP) to focus exclusively on pharmacology. Filling a gap in current literature on the subject, this much-needed resource develops the competence and confidence required to prescribe, dispense, and administer medicines to chi

Our Review

This essential pharmacology guide provides nursing students and pediatric healthcare professionals with a comprehensive foundation in medication management for child and adolescent patients. The book systematically addresses core principles of drug actions, safe administration protocols, and the physiological differences in how children process medications compared to adults. It delivers crucial knowledge about dosage calculations, legal considerations, and the nurse's role within the prescribing team, establishing a complete framework for clinical practice.

What distinguishes this resource is its dedicated focus on the unique pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics in pediatric populations, a specialized area often underrepresented in broader nursing texts. New graduates and those transitioning into children's nursing will find the clear explanations of complex concepts and the emphasis on building practical confidence particularly valuable. By bridging the gap between theoretical pharmacology and its real-world application in child healthcare settings, this book ultimately empowers nurses to deliver safer, more effective medication care to their young patients.

Themes

Medical

Subjects

Medical