Introduction to Health Care

The textbook Introduction to Health Care, 4th Edition, provides foundational instruction in essential health field principles and fundamental practical skills. Published by Cengage Learning, the text connects fundamental healthcare subjects with basic hands-on techniques designed for introductory study.

The volume introduces core clinical and operational topics through clear conceptual explanations. Students examine foundational health subjects while learning basic hands-on skills that support everyday healthcare responsibilities.

Instruction is paired with a companion student workbook designed to reinforce core topics. The workbook includes chapter-by-chapter critical-thinking scenarios along with procedure checklists to help students review concepts and assess their practice of basic skills.