Infusion Therapy Made Incredibly Easy

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Get a thorough grounding in delivering safe, effective infusion therapy with the friendly support and technical guidance of the newly updated Infusion Therapy Made Incredibly Easy!®, 5th edition.   This complete how-to on administering and monitoring different IV medications delivers clear direction on vital concepts, terms, and techniques--backed by numerous illustrations, confidence-building humor, and expert insights. Offering clear, concise direction for nursing students, this popular Incredibly Easy!® text is also the ideal refresher for nurses and all practitioners learning best practices for a range of infusion therapies.   Get the skills and know-how needed to administer infusion therapy successfully . . .   * NEW and completely revised/updated content with the latest infusion therapy techniques * Easy-to-read, easy-to-remember guidance for students and practitioners lacking IV experience * Start-to-finish directions and concise explanations on areas such as: * Preparation * Access sites * Equipment use and management * IV starting techniques, including line insertion * Handling complications * Infusion therapy using peripheral veins * Infusion therapy requiring central venous access * Parenteral nutrition * Antineoplastic, biologic, and chemotherapy * Discontinuing an IV * Managing hypothermia, hypernatremia, calcemia, and kalemia * Special considerations for pediatric, geriatric, and home care patients * Legal issues and professional standards * Dozens of colorful diagrams, photos and illustrations explain skills and core concepts, including: * Delivery methods * Flow rates * Infusion fluids and medications * Monitoring and documentation * Transfusion therapy  * Special features include: * Just the facts - a quick summary of each chapter's content * "Nurse Joy" and "Jake"  - offer clear explanations, vital care reminders, and expert insight on interventions and problem-solving * Quick quiz - multiple-choice questions after each chapter to help you retain knowledge * That's a wrap! - summary of key information for quick chapter review * Best practice - evidence-based standards for administering and monitoring infusion therapy * Warning - possible risks or complications * Running smoothly - pointers on keeping both patient and equipment problem-free * Memory jogger - anecdotes and memory tricks to help you retain vital content * Practice Makes Perfect - end-of-book NCLEX practice questions for solid exam preparation