Introduction to Health Care

Preparing you for the realities of modern practice, Haroun/Mitchell's INTRODUCTION TO HEALTH CARE, Fifth Edition, provides an easy-to-read introduction to the foundational skills necessary for a range of health care professions. It covers both the soft skills and basic clinical skills needed by those entering health care training programs or considering a career in health care and emphasizes core competencies required by all health care professions -- communication, infection control and professionalism. A unique five-step problem-solving model sharpens your critical thinking skills as you learn to think like a health care professional. Reflecting current research, it includes expansive coverage of such emerging issues as the opioid crisis, precision/personalized medicine, suicide prevention, health disparities, patient rights and much more. It's an ideal resource to help you transition from simple memorization to effective application of professional skills in a real-world setting.Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.