Library: Maths Support: Numeracy (including Nursing, Midwifery, ODP and Paramedic Science)

Online Resources

General Numeracy

BBC Skills Wise Guides explaining calculations, worksheets, videos and quizzes

Corbett Maths Worksheets and videos

Mathcentre More difficult maths, and subject specific help

Box of Broadcasts GCSE Bitesize basic algebra (sign-in will take you to the video)

Nursing Numeracy

Nursing numeracy Padlet Formulae and practice questions

Queen's University Videos showing how to work out a variety of drug calculations

Nottingham University General methods to solve problems, some questions and answers

Paramedic Numeracy

Year 1 Paramedic numeracy Padlet

Year 2 Paramedic numeracy Padlet

Books

General Numeracy

How to Pass Numerical Reasoning Tests by Heidi Smith Numerical reasoning and data interpretation tests are routinely used in recruitment procedures. These tests represent a considerable challenge for many candidates, and the prospect of facing them can be daunting. Designed to help anyone lacking in practice or confidence, How to Pass Numerical Reasoning Tests will prove an invaluable resource for those who need to brush up on their maths skills. An overview of the basics is followed by a step-by-step guide to numerical tests including fractions and decimals, rates, percentages and ratios and proportions. Now including a brand new chapter on word problems to help you with your analytical skills, this second edition of the best-selling book is the only numerical reasoning resource that focuses specifically on the core areas of numeracy. Packed with useful tips and worked examples, How to Pass Numerical Reasoning Tests will help you understand and answer the questions without using a calculator, and increase your confidence to take that test.
ISBN: 0749461721
Publication Date: 2011-05-16
Fundamental Maths by Mark Breach Do you need to improve your confidence in maths? Does your maths need to be refreshed and refocused for engineering or science? Are there some elements of school maths you have forgotten or never quite mastered? With clear explanations, lots of examples and a friendly, encouraging style, Fundamental Maths is a short, easy-to-follow textbook that makes maths accessible and manageable for all. Written for students entering HE or FE courses in engineering or science, the author covers all the core topics and breaks them down into easily digestible chunks, keeping explanations clear and concise throughout. Put past anxieties about maths or gaps in your knowledge behind you!
ISBN: 0230252087
Publication Date: 2011-01-11

Nursing Numeracy - shelves 610-615

Numeracy and Clinical Calculations for Nurses by Neil Davison A working grasp of numeracy andbasic mathematical skills is vital in modern nursing. Many student nurses haveonly a limited knowledge of the subject and struggle to get to get to gripswith the key principles and calculations they need to know. Numeracy and ClinicalCalculations for Nurses is a user-friendly introduction to the subject whichguides the reader from the basics through to the core calculations required ina healthcare setting. Using extensive worked examplesthe author links the abstract mathematics to real-world situations to help thereader understand the subject in the context of their nursing practice. Rather than simply training byrote, the book features 'Sense Checks', 'Top Tips' and 'Error Alerts' toencourage  the reader to develop theiroverall numeracy skills, and thus minimise the possibility of future errors.
ISBN: 1908625244
Publication Date: 2015-06-29
Passing Calculations Tests for Nursing Students by Susan Starkings; Larry Krause With an easy to use format, this book is all your students need to face calculations tests with confidence and pass first time. It teaches simple numeracy skills that will stand them in good stead both during your initial nurse training and during their career in practice. Now with a dedicated website study.sagepub.com/starkingskrause3e accompanying the book providing further questions and practice, interactive tests, a flashcard glossary and more. Inside you'll find: #65533;         over 360 practice questions with an extra 400+ available online #65533;         easy to understand explanations that take the fear out of maths #65533;         a diagnostic chapter to help students identify problem areas #65533;         activities, scenarios and case studies from every day nursing situations
ISBN: 1473914302
Publication Date: 2015-05-01