Oncology nurses are actively involved in all phases of disease, including pharmacologic management, symptom management, and complications of disease and treatment. This handy reference provides critical drug information for the practicing oncology nurse to handle such issues as chemotheraphy administration, pain, and the possibility of infection. In addition, Oncology Nursing Drug Reference includes resources for indigent patients, a table of common drugs used in management of patients with HIV infection, a table of potential drag interactions for HIV patients, and a body surface area nomogram. This unique, comprehensive reference focuses on the nursing process throughout, using it as a framework for assessment, intervention and patient teaching.

ONCOLOGY NURSING DRUG REFERENCE CONTAINS:
• Color-coded pages for quick-reference
• Complete overview of drugs used in the management of patients y'ith cancer
• Chapter introductions to facilitate understanding of current treatments
• Completely updated chemotherapy drugs
• Standardized nursing interventions for potential toxicities/side effects
• Nursing management implications
• Guidelines for patient assessment
• Entire chapter on polypharmacy
• Extensive appendices

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