xxvii, 1074 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm + 1 CD-ROM (4 3/4 in.)
Note
Accompanying CD-ROM is labeled: StudyWARE to accompany Diversified health occupations, seventh edition.
Audience
Grades 10-12.
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages [1052]-1059) and index.
Contents
pt. 1: Basic health care concepts and skills. History and trends of health care -- Health care systems -- Careers in health care -- Personal and professional qualities of a health care worker -- Legal and ethical responsibilities -- Medical terminology -- Anatomy and physiology -- Human growth and development -- Cultural diversity -- Geriatric care -- Nutrition and diets -- Computer technology in health care -- Promotion of safety -- Infection control -- Vital signs -- First aid -- Preparing for the world of work -- pt. 2: Special health care skills. Dental assistant skills -- Laboratory assistant skills -- Medical assistant skills -- Nurse assistant skills -- Physical therapy skills -- Business and accounting skills.