Anatomy & Physiology : An introduction for nursing and healthcare

An accessible text which covers the essentials of anatomy and physiology required by a range of health professions. Anatomy & Physiology is the ideal introduction to the subject for student nurses, midwives, operating department practitioners, paramedics, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, trainee nursing associates, and other allied health professionals. Written in an engaging and accessible style, the book helps readers to: learn the language of anatomy and physiology by explaining new terms clearly in the text and in a comprehensive glossary understand the key anatomical structures and physiological functions appreciate what happens during disease, with boxes throughout to highlight the clinical relevance, and more detailed explanations of chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, obesity, and cancer apply this knowledge in healthcare contexts Bonus online material The following material to accompany the book is provided free of charge online: four additional chapters to help readers extend their knowledge a variety of self-assessment questions for every chapter The clear, reader-friendly presentation will aid understanding of a subject which is often viewed as challenging but is essential throughout a healthcare career. Contents Preface; Acknowledgements; About the authors; Acronyms and abbreviations; How to use this book 1 Introduction 2 Histology 3 The skin 4 The musculoskeletal system 5 The cardiovascular system 6 The respiratory system 7 The digestive system 8 The urinary system 9 The nervous system 10 The sensory system 11 The endocrine system 12 The reproductive systems 13 The human genome 14 Immunity 15 Disease 16 Multisystem disorders Glossary; Figure acknowledgements; Index Supplementary chapters available online at: 17 Physiological measurements 18 Principles of drug action 19 Nutrition 20 BiochemistryAuthor: Pamela Minett,author,Laura Ginesi,author Contributors: Pamela Minett,author,Laura Ginesi,author Binding: paperback Number Of Pages: 416 Publication Date: Languages: English,Published,English,Original Language,Englis Edition: 1 Published/Release Date: 15 Sep 2020 Format: Paperback / softback Publisher/Studio/Brand: Lantern Publishing Ltd Author/Director/Artist: Pamela Minett Dimension (cm): 265x200x23 mm Package Dimension (cm): 23x265x199 mm Item Weight (g): 1134 Package Weight (g): 1120