Nicht aus der Schweiz? Besuchen Sie lehmanns.de
Anatomy and Physiology for Midwives - Jane Coad, Melvyn Dunstall

Anatomy and Physiology for Midwives

Buch | Softcover
472 Seiten
2011 | 3rd Revised edition
Churchill Livingstone (Verlag)
978-0-7020-5184-5 (ISBN)
CHF 59,95 inkl. MwSt
zur Neuauflage
  • Titel erscheint in neuer Auflage
  • Artikel merken
Zu diesem Artikel existiert eine Nachauflage
Provides a review of anatomy and physiology applicable to midwifery, from first principles through to fresh research, utilizing case studies for reflection. This book is suitable for all students of midwifery.
Anatomy & Physiology for Midwives 3rd edition builds on the success of the first two editions with electronic ancillaries, more accessible, woman-centred language and strengthened links with good practice. The book provides a thorough review of anatomy and physiology applicable to midwifery, from first principles through to current research, utilizing case studies for reflection. A comprehensive and well-illustrated textbook that is an essential purchase for all students of midwifery.

Learning outcomes and key points facilitate study
. Extensively illustrated with line diagrams for maximum clarity
. Case studies and boxes illustrate application of principles to clinical practice
. One continuous case study illustrates various aspects of anatomy and physiology at different stages of pregnancy
. 'Application to Practice' content

electronic access to text and illustrations . animation depicting foetal development in the womb . 'Good Practice Point' boxes provide more links to midwifery practice . illustrations reflect modern midwifery presentation, not just side-lying . accessible, woman-centred language

Melvyn Dunstall BSc Msc PGCEA RM RGNLecturer/Practitioner in Midwifery, Frimley Park Hospital; Supervisor of Midwives

List of abbreviations

1. Introduction to Physiology

2. The Reproductive and Urinary Systems

3. Endocrinology

4. Reproductive Cycles

5. Sexual Differentiation and Behaviour

6. Fertilisation

7. Overview of Human Genetics and Genetic Disorders

8. The Placenta

9. Embryo Development and Fetal Growth

10. Overview of Immunology

11. Physiological Adaptation to Pregnancy

12. Maternal Nutrition and Health

13. Physiology of Parturition

14. The Puerperium

15. The Transition to Neonatal Life

16. Lactation and Infant Nutrition

Glossary

Index

Erscheint lt. Verlag 20.6.2011
Zusatzinfo Approx. 259 illustrations (259 in full color)
Verlagsort London
Sprache englisch
Maße 189 x 246 mm
Themenwelt Medizin / Pharmazie Gesundheitsfachberufe Hebamme / Entbindungspfleger
ISBN-10 0-7020-5184-5 / 0702051845
ISBN-13 978-0-7020-5184-5 / 9780702051845
Zustand Neuware
Haben Sie eine Frage zum Produkt?
Mehr entdecken
aus dem Bereich

von Constantin von Kaisenberg; Philipp Klaritsch; Irene Hoesli

Buch | Hardcover (2024)
Springer (Verlag)
CHF 419,95