This slim volume reviews only the medications and key details that are most likely to be tested-ideal for the home stretch of exam prep, when exam candidates can't afford to be overwhelmed. Streamlined ReviewFlashcard-style pages with more than 300 frequently prescribed drugs grouped by medication category & subcategoryExpertly revised and up-to-date content, with nursing considerations, adverse effects, and purpose for each drug.

REORGANIZED to combine related therapies and facilitate learning of meds with similar profiles

NEW sections: anesthetics and herbals (now tested on the NCLEX)

NEW features: important alternate uses of medications, black box warnings

Appendix of medical abbreviations for quick reference

Alphabetical index of medications by generic name for quick page reference

Convenient phonetic pronunciation keys

Expert Guidance

Simple, powerful tips for retaining medication content

Reviewed and updated by Kaplan's team of expert nursing faculty and pharmacology specialists.

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