Tracie Fuqua: Essentials of Human Diseases and Conditions - Text and Workbook Package, Kartoniert / Broschiert

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Prepare Medical Assisting students with this concise, comprehensive guide to diseases and medical conditions! Essentials of Human Diseases and Conditions, 8th Edition provides a basic knowledge of hundreds of diseases and disorders commonly seen in healthcare settings. Easy-to-understand, easy-to-use information traces the progression of each disease by body system, from signs and symptoms to diagnosis, treatment options, prognosis, and patient education. This edition adds new content on respiratory diseases like SARS-CoV-2, the latest diagnostic and treatment modalities, and new drug treatments. Ideal for medical assistants, coders, and other health professionals, this practical textbook prepares students for success in the classroom, on board exams, and in clinical practice. Consistent organization with body-system chapters that discuss each disease and its description, symptoms and signs, screening, etiology, diagnosis, and treatmentRobust art program with a mixture high-quality medical illustrations and clinical photographsAlert boxes with clinical tips, including safety precautions and best practicesChallenge scenarios / questions, Critical Thinking Exercises, and Enrichment boxes offer ample opportunities for content assimilation and applicationICD-10 codes included with each disease serve the needs of varying Medical Office personnelCompanion website with multiple-choice and critical thinking questions for students and a Test Bank, Image Collection, and TEACH Instructor's Resource for educators helps enrich both learning and teaching