Basic Mathematics for the Health-related Professions

Book excerpt: This new resource clearly explains how to perform all the mathematics needed by today's health-care professionals*including drug dosage, laboratory, and quality assurance calculations. Each chapter features introductory information and sample calculations readers can use to solve clinical problems. Explores basic arithmetic, fractions, ratio and proportion, significant figure systems of measurement, dilutions, and more. Features separate chapters on each area of the laboratory as well as quality control, quality assurance, and method comparison. Addresses the calculations necessary to comply with CLIA 88 requirements. Reinforces calculation concepts with 5-10 detailed examples of math problems in each chapter. Helps readers strengthen their calculation skills and avoid common mistakes with practice exercises throughout the text. Answers are provided to offer users immediate feedback. Provides examples of drug labels for dosage calculation problems. Illustrates mathematical concepts with engaging 2-colour cartoons. Highlights important concepts with chapter outlines and objectives.