Introduction To Pharmaceutical Calculations

Author : Judith A Rees
Publisher : Pharmaceutical Press
ISBN 13 : 085711168X
Total Pages : 290 pages
Book Rating : 4.85/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Introduction to Pharmaceutical Calculations, 4th edition written by Judith A Rees and published by Pharmaceutical Press. This book was released on 2015-04-21 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introduction to Pharmaceutical Calculations is an essential study aid for pharmacy students. The book contains worked examples and sample questions and answers.

Author : Judith A. Rees
Publisher : Pharmaceutical Press
ISBN 13 : 9780853696025
Total Pages : 248 pages
Book Rating : 4.20/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Pharmaceutical Calculations Workbook written by Judith A. Rees and published by Pharmaceutical Press. This book was released on 2006 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pharmaceutical Calculations Workbook is the companion self-study aid to Introduction to Pharmaceutical Calculations, 2nd edn. It contains practice calculations (with answers) similar to those that might be presented in pharmacy examinations and in practice. Each chapter contains a variety of exercises for practising calculations using the methods covered in the companion text. Tables for completion are included in addition to individual drug- or patient-specific questions. Topics covered include: * rational numbers * systems of units * concentrations * dilutions * formulations * doses * density, displacement volumes and values * molecular weights and parenteral solutions.This workbook will be invaluable to pharmacy undergraduates and preregistration trainees and pharmacy technicians, as well as others who want to practise basic pharmaceutical calculations.

Author : Mitchell J. Stoklosa
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780812110074
Total Pages : 428 pages
Book Rating : 4.72/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Pharmaceutical Calculations written by Mitchell J. Stoklosa and published by . This book was released on 1986 with total page 428 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Maria Glaucia Teixeira
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118978528
Total Pages : 560 pages
Book Rating : 4.28/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Pharmaceutical Calculations written by Maria Glaucia Teixeira and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2017-01-31 with total page 560 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Retaining the successful previous editions' programmed instructional format, this book improves and updates an authoritative textbook to keep pace with compounding trends and calculations – addressing real-world calculations pharmacists perform and allowing students to learn at their own pace through examples. Connects well with the current emphasis on self-paced and active learning in pharmacy schools Adds a new chapter dedicated to practical calculations used in contemporary compounding, new appendices, and solutions and answers for all problems Maintains value for teaching pharmacy students the principles while also serving as a reference for review by students in preparation for licensure exams Rearranges chapters and rewrites topics of the previous edition, making its content ideal to be used as the primary textbook in a typical dosage calculations course for any health care professional Reviews of the prior edition: "...a well-structured approach to the topic..." (Drug Development and Industrial Pharmacy) and "...a perfectly organized manual that serves as a expert guide..." (Electric Review)

Author : Mansoor A. Kahn
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 142001479X
Total Pages : 396 pages
Book Rating : 4.92/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Pharmaceutical and Clinical Calculations, 2nd Edition written by Mansoor A. Kahn and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2000-04-06 with total page 396 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pharmaceutical and clinical calculations are critical to the delivery of safe, effective, and competent patient care and professional practice. Pharmaceutical and Clinical Calculations, Second Edition addresses this crucial component, while emphasizing contemporary pharmacy practices. Presenting the information in a well-organized and easy-to-understand manner, the authors explain the principles of clinical calculations involving dose and dosing regimens in patients with impaired organ functions, aminoglycoside therapy, pediatric and geriatric dosing, and radiopharmaceuticals with appropriate examples. Each chapter begins with an introduction to the topic, followed by a comprehensive discussion. Key concepts are highlighted throughout the book for easy retrieval. The examples presented in the text reflect the practice environment in community, hospital, and nuclear pharmacy settings, and the clinical problems presented reflect a direct application of underlying theoretical principles and discussions. Pharmaceutical and Clinical Calculations, Second Edition is an essential tool for any practitioner who needs to reinforce their knowledge of the subject and is a valuable study guide for the Pharmacy Board examination.

Author : Nita K. Pandit
Publisher : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
ISBN 13 : 0781744784
Total Pages : 419 pages
Book Rating : 4.82/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Introduction to the Pharmaceutical Sciences written by Nita K. Pandit and published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. This book was released on 2007 with total page 419 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This unique textbook provides an introductory, yet comprehensive overview of the pharmaceutical sciences. It is the first text of its kind to pursue an interdisciplinary approach in this area of study. Readers are introduced to basic concepts related to the specific disciplines in the pharmaceutical sciences, including pharmacology, pharmaceutics, pharmacokinetics, and medicinal chemistry. In an easy-to-read writing style, the book provides readers with up-to-date information on pharmacogenomics and includes comprehensive coverage of industrial drug development and regulatory approval processes. Each chapter includes chapter outlines and critical-thinking exercises, as well as numerous tables and graphs. More than 160 illustrations complement the text.

Author : Shelly J. Stockton
Publisher : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
ISBN 13 : 1975128567
Total Pages : 740 pages
Book Rating : 4.62/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Stoklosa and Ansel's Pharmaceutical Calculations written by Shelly J. Stockton and published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. This book was released on 2021-03-22 with total page 740 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The gold standard on pharmaceutical calculations, this widely acclaimed text covers the full range of calculations pharmacy students must learn for successful pharmacy practice, including dosing, compounding, metric conversions and more. Thoroughly reviewed by practitioners and educators and extensively revised and updated, this 16th edition maintains high standards for both academic and basic practice requirements while offering the most comprehensive and in-depth coverage of pharmacy calculations available. A consistent, step-by-step approach makes it easy to work through the problems and gain a greater understanding of the underlying concepts, and new online access to calculation problems makes this the most engaging edition yet.

Author : Matthew Rewald
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781585286386
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.89/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Pharmacy Calculations written by Matthew Rewald and published by . This book was released on 2021 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Offering a complete review of the basic mathematics concepts and skills, Pharmacy Calculations: An Introduction for Pharmacy Technicians, Second Edition provides students with the pharmacy basics necessary for correctly interpreting prescriptions and drug orders, and for performing dosing calculations that technicians face every day. The second edition has been streamlined to focus on the most important pharmacy calculation concepts-covering the fundamentals related to accuracy and basic math operations, units of measurement and conversions, critical thinking in problem solving, dosing calculations, percentages, concentration calculations, compounding formulas, intravenous infusion calculations, and business math. What's new in this edition? The chapters are broken down into four units and organized to complement most pharmacy technician training curricula and to support the ASHP-ACPE model curriculum: Review of Mathematics Systems of Measurement Preparing for Problem Solving in Pharmacy Dosing Calculations and other Pharmacy Problems Key features throughout the book include: Chapter objectives Key terms and definitions Examples of problem scenarios or calculations questions and solutions "Tech Note!" - provides a highlight of key points within the chapters "Numbers at Work" - illustrates why key concepts are important to know and skills are critical to master Practice problems Appendices that include the parts of a prescription, a glossary of terms, conversions, and abbreviations tables

Author : Joy Bellis Sakai
Publisher : ASHP
ISBN 13 : 1585283622
Total Pages : 278 pages
Book Rating : 4.20/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Pharmacy Calculations: An Introduction for Pharmacy Technicians written by Joy Bellis Sakai and published by ASHP. This book was released on 2012-07-01 with total page 278 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pharmacy Calculations: An Introduction for Pharmacy Technicians is designed for pharmacy technician students enrolled in a training program, technicians preparing for the certification exam, and for on-site training. As the role for pharmacy technicians continues to evolve and expand, one thing remains constant. The safety of patients is the highest priority for anyone working in pharmacy, whether in hospital, retail, or institutional practices. A thorough understanding of pharmacy math ensures accuracy in computations and safety and quality in practice. This book offers a complete review of the basic mathematics concepts and skills, which provide a foundation for more advanced understanding of pharmacy-related topics. The guide provides students with the pharmacy basics necessary for correctly interpreting prescriptions and drug orders, and for performing dosing calculations that technicians face every day. The chapters are broken down into four units and are organized to complement most pharmacy technician training curricula and to support the ASHP model curriculum: · Review of Mathematics · Systems of Measurement · Preparing for Problem Solving in Pharmacy · Dosing Calculations and Other Pharmacy Problems Key features throughout the book include: · Chapter objectives · Key terms and definitions · Examples of problem scenarios or calculations questions and solutions · “Tech Note!” —provides a highlight of key points within the chapters · “Numbers at Work” —illustrates why key concepts are important to know and skills are critical to master · Practice problems · A test bank · Appendices that include the parts of a prescription, a glossary of terms, conversions, and abbreviations tables. For additional resources related to this book, visit www.ashp.org/techcalculations.

Author : Arthur J. Winfield
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 344 pages
Book Rating : 4.32/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Calculations for Pharmaceutical Practice written by Arthur J. Winfield and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 344 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive and clearly written book on pharmacy calculations, this new text covers all the calculations that pharmacy students need to know in relation to pharmacy practice and clinical pharmacy. It includes a large number of self-testing questions at the end of each chapter as well as some 'mock' UK registration exam papers. The opportunities for self-assessment allow students to practice calculations until they achieve true competence. The book is especially useful for anyone preparing for registration exams in pharmacy, in particular those based on the UK exam.