UNDERSTANDING PHARMACY CALCULATIONS By Teresa A. O'sullivan

Description: "Understanding Pharmacy Calculations" by Teresa A. O'Sullivan is a book that focuses on teaching and explaining the fundamental calculations used in pharmacy practice. It is designed to help pharmacy students and professionals develop the necessary skills to perform accurate and precise calculations related to medication dosages, compounding, and other pharmaceutical calculations. The book covers a wide range of topics related to pharmacy calculations, including: 1. Basic Math Skills: The book starts with a review of basic mathematical concepts such as fractions, decimals, ratios, proportions, and percentages. These skills serve as the foundation for more complex calculations in pharmacy practice. 2. Systems of Measurement: Different systems of measurement used in pharmacy, such as the metric system and apothecary system, are explained. The book provides guidance on converting between various units of measurement and understanding the different measurement systems used in medication dosing and compounding. 3. Medication Dosage Calculations: The book covers calculations related to medication dosages, including determining the appropriate dose based on patient characteristics such as weight, age, and body surface area. It also covers calculations involving pediatric dosing, intravenous (IV) medication administration, and dosage adjustments. 4. Pharmacy Compounding Calculations: Compounding is the process of preparing customized medications. The book covers calculations involved in compounding, including determining the quantities of ingredients needed to prepare specific formulations, adjusting concentrations, and calculating dilutions. 5. Intravenous (IV) Flow Rate Calculations: IV medications are often administered through infusion pumps. The book explains how to calculate the flow rate of IV fluids and medications, taking into account factors such as volume, time, and drop factor. 6. Business Math: The book also touches on pharmacy-related business math, such as calculating drug costs, profit margins, and medication reimbursement rates. Throughout the book, there are numerous examples, practice problems, and step-by-step explanations to help readers grasp the concepts and apply the calculations in real-world pharmacy scenarios. "Understanding Pharmacy Calculations" by Teresa A. O'Sullivan is a valuable resource for pharmacy students, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals involved in medication management, compounding, and dosage calculations. It provides a comprehensive and practical approach to mastering the essential calculations used in pharmacy practice.

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