Simplified Dosage Calculations
Facing dosage calculations need not feel intimidating when dimensional analysis simplifies complex math into one manageable equation. This updated guide highlights essential metric measures through concise steps and targeted assessments, boosting student confidence and refining clinical decision-making.
Dosage calculation can be very challenging and intimidating for students. However, renowned author and educator, Anna Curren applies her experience, knowledge, and proven method to take the fear-factor out of manual math in Dimensional Analysis: Simplified Dosage Calculations, Seventh Edition. She breaks down the subject using dimensional analysis which reduces all calculations into a single, easy-to-solve equation. Furthermore, her conversational writing style brings the students to a safe place in the often-intimidating realm of math. The updated Seventh Edition presents only the essential information. The first section includes a chapter with an overview of the metric system as Curren states, 98% of all calculations involve metric measures. The text is structured to feature content in small instructional steps followed by assessments to reinforce what has been learned. Dimensional Analysis: Simplified Dosage Calculations, Seventh Edition will enhance student learning, outcomes, and ultimately improve clinical decision-making and limit errors at the bedside.