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BarCharts' best-selling quick reference to biology has been updated and expanded in this latest edition. With updated content and an additional panel of information, this popular guide is not only an essential companion for students in introductory biology courses but also a must-have refresher for students in higher-level courses. Author Randy Brooks, PhD, a scientist and university professor, has a gift for making the complicated subject of biology easy to understand, from evolution to population genetics--without the fluff. In this new edition, you will find more coverage of the subject, including expanded sections on reproduction in animals, as well as helpful illustrations and diagrams, making this a study tool you won't want to be without.

Outlines the basic concepts of memos, emails, complaints and customer correspondence.

Essential quick reference to the terminology you need as a student or professional in the emergency medical services field. This is the most convenient and durable format available whether in school or on the job. In 6 laminated pages William (Bill) Dino, MS, NRP, former instructor for ACLS, PALS and CPR, professor of paramedicine and current owner of Red to Black editing has used his experience as an educator and author to provide a powerful tool to help those who have made it their mission in life to help others. The success of the QuickStudy EMT - Emergency Medical Technician guide and the rave reviews of how that guide helped so many inspired more guides that we can offer at the best price anywhere for this much information at your fingertips.
6 page laminated guide includes:

Essential terms with definitions from A to Z

Illustrations and Diagrams

Calculations, formulas, measurements, conversions, dosages, rates, equivalents and more are expertly organized in this 6 page laminated reference guide with clear color coded sections and easy to read layout. You can find your answer fast as a medical professional or a medical student on the job or in the classroom. Author Dr. Shelley C. Safian is a professor and author of six textbooks and multiple best selling QuickStudy reference guides.
Topics covered include:

Measurement Basics

Calculations & Formulas

Apothecary System

Laboratory Measures

Reimbursement Calculators

Health-Care Operating Indicators

Coding Measurements

Burns - Adults, Children, Infants

Coding Excision of Lesions, Laceration & Wound Repair

Pediatric Definitions

Dosage Calculators

Expected Growth Rates

APGAR Scoring for Newborns

Clinical Indicators

Respiration, Blood Pressure, Cardiac Output, Stroke Symptoms, Hemodynamic Parameters, Blood Flow Rate, Mean Arterial Pressure (MAP), Body Mass Index (BMI), Cardiac Assessment

Vital Signs Table by Age

Pressure Ulcer Risk Assessment

Pulse Rates by Age & Pulse Volume Variations

Pain Scale, Aldrete Score/Postanesthetic Recovery Score, Electrolytes & Imbalance

Levels & Calculations, Arterial & Venous Blood Normal Values, Dosage Calculations, Arterial Blood Gases: Normal Values, Edema Rating Scale, Deep Tendon Reflexes Grading, Muscle Strength, Body Surface Area

Intravenous Drip & Flow Rates

Needle Lengths & Gauges

Lung Volume & Capacities, Respiratory Management

Home Health Care Group Severity Levels

Heart Failure Classifications

Glasgow Coma Scale

Trauma Score

Titration Table