Math for Health Care Professionals Quick Review

Math for Health Care Professionals Quick Review is perfect for the learner who needs a refresher on math concepts pertaining to health care. A quick review of concepts is included in each chapter and then there are numerous practice problems for the learner to solve and get reacquainted with the various math concepts. While the fundamentals of mathematics are foundational to this book, their application to health care is emphasized. Drug dosages, intake and output, weights and measures, temperatures, IV drip rates, and conversions are a focus. Illustrations of syringes, prescriptions, medication labels, IV bags, and I and O charts allow the reader to practice real-life health care skills requiring mathematics.

Math for Health Care Professionals Quick Review is perfect for the learner who needs a refresher on math concepts pertaining to health care. A quick review of concepts is included in each chapter and then there are numerous practice problems for the learner to solve and get reacquainted with the various math concepts. While the fundamentals of mathematics are foundational to this book, their application to health care is emphasized. Drug dosages, intake and output, weights and measures, temperatures, IV drip rates, and conversions are a focus. Illustrations of syringes, prescriptions, medication labels, IV bags, and I and O charts allow the reader to practice real-life health care skills requiring mathematics.

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Reviewer:Mary Allen Carey, PhD(University of Oklahoma College of Nursing)
Description:This is a comprehensive, concise math review for individuals enrolled in or interested in any of the healthcare professions.
Purpose:The purpose is to provide a quick math review. Math can be a difficult subject for students of the health professions and this book provides the review structure for them. The author meets this worthy objective.
Audience:The book is written at a level appropriate for both secondary and post-secondary readers. According to the author, instructors have the flexibility of selecting the skill needed for each student from a cafeteria style format and students will enjoy the easy to read format and thorough explanations of each concept. The author is a credible authority.
Features:The book has 10 chapters that address basic math principles, applications including dosage calculations, weights and measurement, calculating input and output. Each chapter has learning objectives, key terms, skill sharpener exercises, and self-assessment post-tests with answers. Other features include conversion tables and practice opportunities for each skill.
Assessment:The book provides a good basic math review for students of the health professions.

Mike Kennamer, MPA, NREMT-P, currently serves as director of workforce development at Northeast Alabama Community College, where he previously served as chair of the skills training division and director of the EMS department. Kennamer has authored several books and video series, and has contributed to a number of projects, including both print and web-based projects. His experience in teaching in and administering a variety of allied health programs gives him a strong foundation from which to write.