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Welcome to Math Foundations for Health Care
Acknowledgements and Licensing
1.1 Introduction to Whole Numbers
1.2 Introduction to the Language of Algebra
1.3 Integers
1.4 Fractions
1.5 Decimals
1.6 The Real Numbers
1.7 Properties of Real Numbers
1.8 Percentages
1.9 Percent Change
2.1 Systems of Measurement
2.2 Accuracy, Precision, and Rounding Rules
2.3 Scientific Notation
2.4 More Unit Conversions and Rounding Rules
3.1 Solve Equations Using the Subtraction and Addition Properties of Equality
3.2 Solve Equations using the Division and Multiplication Properties of Equality
3.3 Solve Equations with Variables and Constants on Both Sides
3.4 Use a General Strategy to Solve Linear Equations
3.5 Solve Equations with Fractions or Decimals
3.6 Solve a Formula for a Specific Variable
3.7 Use a Problem-Solving Strategy and Applications
3.8 Solve Mixture and Uniform Motion Applications
3.9 Graph Linear Equations in Two Variables
3.10 Slope of a Line
3.11 Find the Equation of a Line
3.12 Linear Functions and Applications of Linear Functions
4.1 Solve Systems of Equations by Graphing
4.2 Solve Systems of Equations by Substitution
4.3 Solve Systems of Equations by Elimination
4.4 Solve Applications with Systems of Equations
4.5 Solve Mixture Applications with Systems of Equations
5.1 Common Units in Nursing
5.2 Converting Units for Medication Amounts
5.3 Conversion Table
5.4 Roman Numerals
5.5 The 24-Hour Clock
5.6 Reading Syringes
6.1 Understanding Medication Labels
6.2 Reconstituting Medications
6.3 Calculating Medication Dosage
6.4 Calculating Medication Doses Based on Weight
6.5 IV Flow Rates
6.6 Administering Medications IV Direct
6.7 Medical Calculations Using Body Surface Area (BSA)
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