Introduction to Health Science Technology (Book Only) - Hardcover

Simmers, Louise

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1111319901 ISBN 13: 9781111319908

Publisher: Cengage Learning, 2008

Synopsis

Based on the best-selling Diversified Health Occupations, Introduction to Health Science Technology provides the health science technology student with basic entry level knowledge required for a variety of health care careers, including medical terminology, basic anatomy and physiology, computer training, leadership, team building skills and in-depth medical math. It is also a highly practical resource that covers the core information needed to pursue a career in health care, from an introduction to the health care industry to descriptions of health-related careers to legal and ethical responsibilities of health care workers. Carefully revised with new photos throughout, the second edition includes updated information on the Food Guide Pyramid, infection control information, standards for blood pressure that concur with AMA and AHA recommendations, and much more.

About this title

About the Author

Louise Simmers received a bachelor of science degree in nursing from the University of Maryland and a master’s degree in education from Kent State University. She has worked as a public health nurse, a medical-surgical nurse, a coronary care nurse, and an instructor of practical nursing and diversified health occupations. Louise has received the Vocational Educator of the Year award and the Diversified Health Occupations Instructor of the Year Award for the state of Ohio.

Edition details

• Publisher: Cengage Learning
• Publication date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1111319901
• ISBN 13: 9781111319908
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 620