Get a thorough grounding in delivering safe, effective infusion therapy with the friendly support and technical guidance of the newly updated Infusion Therapy Made Incredibly Easy! ®, 5th edition. This complete how-to on administering and monitoring different IV medications delivers clear direction on vital concepts, terms, and techniques—backed by numerous illustrations, confidence-building humor, and expert insights. Offering clear, concise direction for nursing students, this popular Incredibly Easy!® text is also the ideal refresher for nurses and all practitioners learning best practices for a range of infusion therapies. Get the skills and know-how needed to administer infusion therapy successfully... • NEW and completely revised/updated content with the latest infusion therapy techniques • Easy-to-read, easy-to-remember guidance for students and practitioners lacking IV experience • Start-to-finish directions and concise explanations on areas such as: • Preparation • Access sites • Equipment use and management • IV starting techniques, including line insertion • Handling complications • Infusion therapy using peripheral veins • Infusion therapy requiring central venous access • Parenteral nutrition • Antineoplastic, biologic, and chemotherapy • Discontinuing an IV • Managing hypothermia, hypernatremia, calcemia, and kalemia • Special considerations for pediatric, geriatric, and home care patients • Legal issues and professional standards • Dozens of colorful diagrams, photos and illustrations explain skills and core concepts, including: • Delivery methods • Flow rates • Infusion fluids and medications • Monitoring and documentation • Transfusion therapy • Special features include: • Just the facts – a quick summary of each chapter’s content • “Nurse Joy” and “Jake” – offer clear explanations, vital care reminders, and expert insight on interventions and problem-solving • Quick quiz – multiple-choice questions after each chapter to help you retain knowledge • That’s a wrap! – summary of key information for quick chapter reviewBest practice – evidence-based standards for administering and monitoring infusion therapyWarning – possible risks or complications • Running smoothly – pointers on keeping both patient and equipment problem-free • Memory jogger – anecdotes and memory tricks to help you retain vital content • Practice Makes Perfect – end-of-book NCLEX practice questions for solid exam preparation