Prentice Hall Health Outline Review of Medical Technology/Clinical Laboratory Science - Softcover

Leach, Donna L.; Ryman, Denny G.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0130184047 ISBN 13: 9780130184047

Publisher: Pearson, 2003

Synopsis

Designed in an easy-to-follow outline format with numerous illustrations for added support, this comprehensive preparatory guide offers today's health professionals a balanced review of all clinical laboratory science subjects tested by today's certifying agencies including ASCP, AMT, and NCA. Thoroughly reviews urinalysis, hematology, coagulation, clinical chemistry, immunology/serology, blood banking, bacteriology, microbiology, and educational/management/research. Structures material in an clear, outline format, offering detailed, systematic information on traditional primary as well as secondary CLS subject matter. Presents simple visuals that depict such topics as hematology, parasitology, mycology, and urinalysis and aid readers in identifying basic cell morphologies and organisms. Includes charts, graphs, and line drawings to further enrich understanding, and provides key objectives and review questions for each chapter. For nurses, PTs, OTs, and physician assistants; also provides a thorough review for medical students in clinical pathology. Previously announced in the 6/02 catalog.

About this title

From the Back Cover

Outline Review of Medical Technology / Clinical Laboratory Science is an indispensable resource for certification exam preparation. Accompanied by an interactive CD-ROM, this comprehensive study guide offers a balanced review of all clinical laboratory science subjects tested by today's certifying agencies including ASCP, AMT, and NCA. Designed in an easy-to-follow outline format with numerous visuals, it covers hematology, coagulation, clinical chemistry, clinical microbiology, blood banking, immunology, serology, urinalysis, parasitology, mycology, virology, clinical rotation, education, research and management, and more. As you build confidence by digging into this rich content review, you will find that the Prentice Hall Health test preparation system is a blueprint for success across the boards!

About the Author

Donna L. Leach Ed.D., MT(ASCP) is Associate Professor and Chair of the Clinical Laboratory Science Department at Winston-Salem State University. She received her BS in Medical Technology and BA in Chemistry from Rhode Island College, her MS in Management from Troy State University and Ed.D. in Higher Education from Texas Tech University. Dr. Leach has published numerous articles in Clinical Laboratory Science publications and co-authored the cover story for the September 2000 issue of Medical Laboratory Observer, entitled, "Bioterrorism: Is Your Laboratory Ready?" Dr. Leach is also a Captain in the United States Air Force Reserves.

Denny G. Ryman Ed.D., MT (ASCP) is Assistant Professor of Clinical Laboratory Science at Winston-Salem State University. He received his AS in biology from Ferrum College, BS in biology from James Madison University, MS in microbiology from the University of Arkansas, his Ed.D. in human services administration from the University of Sarasota and a certificate in medical technology from Antaeous Institute of Arkansas. Dr. Ryman has held staff and supervisory medical technology positions at several hospitals including the University of Virginia. Dr. Ryman co-developed the first Internet CLS undergraduate program in the nation and was awarded a grant to study breast cancer tumor markers by the Department of the Army.

Edition details

• Publisher: Pearson
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 0130184047
• ISBN 13: 9780130184047
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 368