Nursing PDA Software:
Nursing Procedures
One example of beneficial
nursing PDA software is Nursing Procedures. This program walks
nurses through more than 500 procedures that they may be called
on to perform are part of their duties. Each procedure's instructions
include details about which equipment is needed, what to do in
case of complications, how to document the procedure correctly,
and more.
Procedures can easily
be searched for and over 700 illustrations help make the instructions
even more clear.
Nursing PDA
Software: Handbook of Signs and Symptoms
Another useful
nursing PDA package is the Handbook of Signs and Symptoms. With
this handy program, nurses can connect the signs and symptoms
patients exhibit with possible causes.
The software includes
descriptions of more than 300 of the most common signs and symptoms,
plus points out their level of urgency and what steps to take
during the examination. Additionally, an appendix contains another
250 less common signs and symptoms.
The newest edition
of the software also includes problems which may be caused by
herbal remedies and special information for dealing with geriatric
patients.
Nursing PDA
Software: Davis's Drug Guide for Nurses
Davis's Drug Guide
for Nurses includes more than 800 built-in tools for dosage
calculation to make it easier for nurses to ensure they give
the right amount of medication to a patient.
Over 5,000 drugs
in 150 classifications are covered by the program, including 500
common combination drugs and dosing recommendations for the 100
most popular pediatric medications.
The program also
provides information designed to prevent errors and problems with
the administration of drugs, such as “Do not crush” warnings and
signs of toxicity to watch for in patients.
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