Microbiology for the Healthcare Professional 3rd Edition offers an excellent foundation for understanding the spread treatment and prevention of infectious disease critical knowledge for today s healthcare professional This straightforward introductory text makes microbiology approachable and easy to learn presenting just the right level of information and detail to help you comprehend future course material and apply concepts to your new career UNIQUE Why You Need to Know and Life Application boxes make the content more relevant by putting material in a real world context helping you understand how concepts apply to everyday situations UNIQUE Medical Highlights boxes in each chapter provide anecdotal information about a pathological condition mentioned in the chapter with illustrations and updates on new trends and information specific to the healthcare industry UNIQUE Health Care Application tables in each chapter provide quick access to focused information on pathogens as they relate to the subject matter of the chapter including symptoms causes and treatments for a given condition pathogen when applicable Timesaving focus on just the necessary information provides the ideal level of introductory microbiology coverage Chapter outlines and key terms for every chapter enable more efficient learning Learning objectives clarify chapter goals and guide you through the content Twenty review questions at the end of each chapter test your retention and help you identify areas requiring further study
