by Margaret Shannon, Billie A Wilson, Kelly Shields

The Pearson Health Professional’s Drug Guide 2015-2016 is a comprehensive and up-to-date resource for health professionals. Whether you are a student in a pharmacology for health professions course or a practicing healthcare professional, this guide provides the necessary information for safe and effective drug administration in any healthcare setting.

This new edition of the drug guide includes over 400 updates, ensuring that the information you receive is current and accurate. The guide lists all drugs alphabetically by their generic names, making it easy to quickly find the information you need. It also includes an index that lists both generic and trade names for easy reference.

One of the key features of this drug guide is the inclusion of important clinical information for hundreds of drugs. Each drug monograph provides detailed information on adverse reactions, drug interactions, side effects, and impacts on lab results. This allows health professionals to make informed decisions when prescribing or administering medications to their patients.

The Pearson Health Professional’s Drug Guide also includes clearly delineated black box warnings, which highlight important safety information for certain drugs. This ensures that health professionals are aware of any potential risks or precautions that need to be taken when prescribing or administering these drugs.

In addition to the updated information, this new edition of the drug guide also includes 23 monographs for new drugs that have recently been approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This ensures that health professionals have access to the most current information on these newly available medications.

Another new addition to this edition is the appendix on Topical Antifungal Medications. This appendix provides detailed information on various antifungal medications that are administered topically. This information is valuable for health professionals who may encounter patients with fungal infections and need to prescribe or administer the appropriate medications.

Lastly, this edition of the drug guide has updated IV administration information for both adults and children. The revisions include subheadings for IV preparation and administration of IV medications specifically for children. This makes it easier for health professionals to find the appropriate information based on the age of their patient.

The Pearson Health Professional’s Drug Guide 2015-2016 is an indispensable resource for health professionals. Its comprehensive and current information ensures safe and effective drug administration, while its easy-to-navigate format allows for quick access to the information you need. Whether you are a student or a practicing healthcare professional, this drug guide is a valuable tool for your everyday practice.

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Order your copy of the Pearson Health Professional’s Drug Guide 2015-2016 today and enhance your knowledge and practice as a healthcare professional. With its comprehensive and current information, this drug guide will be an invaluable resource in your healthcare career.