Provides quick access to current, comprehensive, vital drug information. It contains over 800 complete drug monographs, organized alphabetically, plus a full-color photoguide to pills and capsules and 25 rapid-reference appendices appropriate for practicing nurses. This edition includes over 25 new drugs. New appendices give guidelines for disposal of medications and for patient teaching to prevent medication errors. A companion Website offers 200 drug monographs and patient-teaching aids.