W. Ross Macdonald School Library

How nurses use math /

by Glasscock, Sarah, Series: Math in the real world Published by : Chelsea Clubhouse, (New York, NY :) Physical details: 32 p. : col. ill. ISBN:9781438129563; 1438129563; 9781604136074; 1604136074. Year: 2010
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 31) and index.

Taking care of people -- Giving eye tests -- Keeping records -- Taking the pulse -- Measuring medicine -- Taking care of the tiniest babies -- Working in a doctor's office -- Refilling prescriptions -- Nurse practitioners -- Visiting nurses -- Taking care of older patients -- Expecting a baby -- If you want to be a nurse -- Answer key.

How much medicine should a patient receive? When is it time for a child's next vaccination? What do a patient's vital signs indicate about the person's health? Nurses use math every day to answer important questions such as these and to help keep people healthy.

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