Includes index.

Basic math review -- Calculations used in determining drug doses -- Abbreviations -- Systems of measurement -- Components of a doctor's order -- Interpreting drug labels -- Medication systems -- Oral medications -- Parenteral medications -- Preparation of oral medications for administration -- Preparation of injections for administration -- Intravenous therapy -- Intravenous medications -- Preparation and administration of insulin -- Anticoagulant therapy -- Paediatric calculations -- Administration of blood and blood products -- Parenteral nutrition.