How to perform drug calculations for the safe administration of intravenous (IV) infusions and medicines

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This module explores IV infusion and medication calculations and allows you to learn, practice and update your numerical skills.

Who is this resource for?

This resource is aimed at nurses and nursing support workers across all settings and levels of practice, including students of health, social work and care professions.

Authors

Jane Brindley

Senior lecturer in adult nursing, School of Nursing, Canterbury Christ Church University, Canterbury, England

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