Pharmacology For Medical Assistants

This revised edition is a comprehensive introduction to pharmacology for medical assistants, covering basic mathematics, systems of measurement, the calculation of dosages, medication administration, and essential drug information as it relates to classification and/or effects on body systems. An emphasis on safety and delivery of professional care is found throughout the text. It covers AAMA standards and competencies for an accredited educational program for the medical assistant as outlined in the 1997 AAMA Role Delineation Study.(medical assisting, pharmacology)ALSO AVAILABLE -INSTRUCTOR SUPPLEMENTS CALL CUSTOMER SUPPORT TO ORDERInstructor's Manual ISBN: 0-7668-0326-0

Medical Assisting Simplified: Pharmacology presents the core basic concepts of pharmacology in a light-hearted, humorous, readable, extremely practical style that makes teaching and learning fun. A host character guides students through pharmacology concepts needed to pass certification exams required by CAAHEP and ABHES. Boxes with eye-catching icons provide practical advice about workplace scenarios and other topics. More than 175 full-color illustrations enhance visual learning.

Medical Assisting Simplified: Pharmacology presents the core basic concepts of pharmacology in a light-hearted, humorous, readable, extremely practical style that makes teaching and learning fun. A host character guides students through pharmacology concepts needed to pass certification exams required by CAAHEP and ABHES. Boxes with eye-catching icons provide practical advice about workplace scenarios and other topics. More than 175 full-color illustrations enhance visual learning.

"Learn everything you need to know to become a successful medical assistant with this fun, yet effective guide to drug administration, preparation, and other pharmacologic principles. This humorous, light-hearted and informative text covers all competencies based on the standards and guidelines by the CAAHEP and the ABHES. This text is designed to ensure that you master the skills to pass your certification testing."--BOOK JACKET.