Includes bibliographical references (page 485) and index.

Guide to abbreviations -- Alphabetical listing of drugs by generic name -- Patient safety and medication administration -- Appendices. Appendix A: Alternative and complementary therapies ; Appendix B: Topical drugs ; Appendix C: Ophthalmic drugs ; Appendix D: Laxatives ; Appendix E: Combination products by therapeutic class ; Appendix F: Hormonal contraception ; Appendix G: Commonly used biologicals. The "2019 Lippincott's Pocket Drug Guide for Nurses" provides current, vital drug information "in a nutshell for the nurse on-the-go." Written by Amy Karch, this handy pocket guide by the same author gives essential information on over 2,000 medications, including 25 generic drugs newly approved by the FDA, in an easy-access A-to-Z format. The "mini" drug monographs include generic and trade names, drug class, pregnancy risk category and controlled substance schedule, "black box warnings", indications & dosages, dose adjustments, adverse effects, drug interactions, nursing considerations, and patient teaching. Detailed appendices cover topical and ophthalmic medications, laxatives, combination products, contraceptives, and biological agents (vaccines). The pocket-sized "2019 Lippincott's Pocket Drug Guide for Nurses" will quickly become your go-to-guide for important drug facts and vital patient safety tips & alerts. -- From product description