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Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology for Nursing Practice - Neal Cook, Andrea Shepherd

Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology for Nursing Practice

Buch | Softcover
680 Seiten
2024 | 3rd Revised edition
SAGE Publications Ltd (Verlag)
978-1-5296-2645-2 (ISBN)
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Written specifically to meet the needs of nursing students and filled with detailed illustrations, this comprehensive textbook applies an inclusive, person-centred approach to the study of anatomy and physiology.
The essential guide to anatomy and physiology for nursing students!


A must read for nursing students, this third edition explores all aspects of anatomy and physiology through an inclusive person-centred lens.  Here’s what sets this book apart:








Focused Content: Easy to read with complex terminology clearly explained, the book introduces the systems and functions of the body, building your knowledge chapter by chapter.
Four stage learning journey: Structured in four logical steps, the book helps you to UNDERSTAND the fundamentals of anatomy and physiology, APPLY it to practice, GO DEEPER into the science and REVISE through self-testing.
Person-Centred Case Study Companion: Meet the Bodie family, a case study that runs through the book, illustrating how anatomy and physiology applies to real-life compassionate and inclusive nursing practice.
Visual Learning: Dive into a highly visual design, packed with colourful illustrations and helpful video links.

Neal Cook is a Professor of Nursing and Head of School at the School of Nursing and Paramedic Science, Ulster University and a Principal Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. Neal is also President of the European Asso­ciation of Neuroscience Nurses and an Executive Board Member of the British Association of Neuroscience Nurses. Neal has taught anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology to undergraduate and post-graduate nursing students across a number of courses since he commenced working in higher educa­tion. Neal is also passionate about person-centred practice, a key focus of his research, practice and educational activities. He has worked in the fields of neurosciences and critical care since registering as a nurse, becoming a specialist practitioner and subsequently moving into education and research. Neal has published clinical, research and education papers in the fields of education and neurosciences and remains very active in these endeavours. He remains clinically active in neurosciences and remains a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (UK). Andrea Shepherd is a Senior Lecturer in Nursing and Associate Head of School at the School of Nursing and Paramedic Science, Ulster University, a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and Board Member of the British Association of Neuroscience Nurses. She has taught anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology to undergraduate nursing students across a number of courses since she commenced working in higher education. Andrea is also an Advanced Life Support Instructor, teaching life support courses in Health and Social Care Trusts and in the University. She has worked in the fields of critical care and orthopaedics since registering as a nurse, becoming a specialist practitioner and subsequently moving into education. She currently takes a lead role in adult pre-registration nursing, is clinically active in critical care and remains a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (UK).

Part 1 Introductory Concepts
1. Homeostasis
2. The Human Cell
3. Genetic and Epigenetic Control of Biological Systems
4. The Human Microbiome and Health
Part 2 Control and Coordination
5. The Nervous System: Control of Body Function
6. Special and General Senses: Responding to the Environment
7. The Endocrine System: Control of Internal Functions
Part 3 Preservation of the Internal Environment
8. The Digestive System: Nutrient Supply and Waste Elimination
9. Metabolism and Liver Function
10. The Respiratory System: Gaseous Exchange
11. The Renal System: Fluid, Electrolyte and Acid–Base Balance
12. The Cardiovascular and Lymphatic Systems: Internal Transport
Part 4 Support and Protection of the Internal Environment
13. The Immune System: Internal Protection
14. Skin and Temperature Regulation
15. The Musculoskeletal System: Support and Movement
Part 5 The Next Generation
16. The Reproductive Systems
17. Development through the Lifespan

Erscheint lt. Verlag 14.12.2024
Verlagsort London
Sprache englisch
Maße 189 x 246 mm
Themenwelt Medizin / Pharmazie Pflege Fachpflege
Studium 1. Studienabschnitt (Vorklinik) Anatomie / Neuroanatomie
Studium 1. Studienabschnitt (Vorklinik) Physiologie
ISBN-10 1-5296-2645-5 / 1529626455
ISBN-13 978-1-5296-2645-2 / 9781529626452
Zustand Neuware
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