Clinical Procedures for Medical Assistants (Book with CD-ROM for Windows & Macintosh)

This text has always been a bestseller for Saunders, and is the leading clinical text on the market. It is written at a level that is appropriate for students and is reliably current, written by an author who has many years of experience teaching and working in the field. The new edition features real medical assistants who are currently practising in the clinical area, providing a real world perspective on clinical procedure. Nearly 800 illustrations (750) in full colour present true to life, step by step views of the procedures - plus an interactive case scenario based CD-ROM simulates realisitic clinical situations. Contains biographical profiles of practising medical assistants All new four colour art and design throughout. Offers up-to-date information on the drugs most commonly used in this field. Provides the most current information on chemical disinfectants and antiseptics. Features a growth and development table for pediatric examinations as well as a childhood disease table. Incorporates trans-disciplinary themes, including legal/ethical issues and patient education. Contains a new chapter on the medical record. Includes completely revised chapters on Sterilization & Disinfection and Phlebotomy offering the newest techniques and discussions. Includes expanded coverage of the diagnostic imaging procedures. Features all-new, full-colour artwork throughout.