Infusion Therapy Made Incredibly Easy! ®, 5th edition, published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, offers comprehensive guidance on administering and monitoring various intravenous (IV) medications in a safe and effective manner. This popular Incredibly Easy!® text is perfect for nursing students and practitioners who want to learn or refresh their knowledge of best practices for a range of infusion therapies. The 5th edition is completely revised and updated with the latest techniques in infusion therapy, and includes easy-to-read and remember guidance for readers who lack IV experience. The book covers vital concepts, terms, and techniques, and is backed by humorous illustrations and expert insights.

• The book provides start-to-finish directions and concise explanations on topics such as:
  • Preparation
  • Access sites
  • Equipment use and management
  • IV starting techniques and 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

• The book includes dozens of colorful diagrams, photos, and illustrations that explain skills and core concepts such as delivery methods, flow rates, infusion fluids, and medications, monitoring, documentation, and 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 reviewBest practice – evidence-based standards for administering and monitoring infusion therapyWarning – 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

Product Details

• Infusion Therapy Made Incredibly Easy! ®, 5th edition, ISBN-10: 9781496355010, ISBN-13: 978-1496355010
• Language: English, 392 pages, Digital eBook
• Publisher: LWW; Fifth edition (December 12, 2017)
• ASIN: 1496355016