Introduction To Chemistry For Health Sciences

Chemistry: An Introduction for Medical and Health Sciences provides students and practitioners with a clear, readable introduction to the chemical terms and concepts that are relevant to their study and practice. Assuming little prior knowledge of the subject the book describes and explains the chemistry underlying many of the most commonly prescribed drugs and medicines. It also includes information on chemical aspects of digestion and nutrition, oxidation, radioactivity and an overview of how chemicals fight disease. Excellent pedagogy including learning objectives, diagnostic tests and questions in each chapter and a comprehensive glossary Experienced author team with many years experience of teaching chemistry to non-chemists

Overview: If you teach a course that covers the fundamentals. If you're looking for a supplement for students who need some extra help. If your students could use a tool for self - review or independent study. This concise edition is the solution. Foundation of Allied Health Sciences is designed specifically for those students who need a review of the fundamentals of human biology at the cellular level before tackling more challenging introductory courses such as anatomy and physiology, chemistry, cell biology, or genetics.

"This bestseller emphasizes the practical aspects of general, organic, and biological chemistry with numerous applications to and case histories of clinical nursing and health-related situations. Avoiding excessive math and theory, it offers thorough and uniquely diverse coverage, giving allied health professionals the chemical background necessary to understand the various medical tests and procedures they will be following and performing in their jobs.Stresses the relationship between inorganic chemistry and the life processes with discussions of acids and bases, oxidation-reduction, nuclear chemistry and radio-activity, and more. Explains the various chemical processes taking place in the body during normal and abnormal metabolism, and considers the effects of an excess or deficiency of vitamins and hormones." -- Amazon.com viewed May 14, 2021.

This text teaches the chemistry of the human body, and is intended for students entering the health sciences and related fields. In its entirety it can be used for a one year course in chemistry.

For introductory science courses found in Nursing and Allied Health departments. Bodyworks: Physics and Chemistry for Health Students, 4e delivers a clear introduction to science for a broad range of health science students, including nursing. With his clear and engaging writing style, Paul Strube ensures students understand even the most difficult scientific and mathematical concepts. The range of content and depth of treatment have been chosen to provide students with a clear overview of major concepts and their practical relevance. The text has a user-friendly, accessible style and its applied case study approach has proved popular with students keen to operate effectively in clinical settings.