Physiology in Childbearing E-Book

With Anatomy and Related Biosciences

Jean Rankin

• Publisher: Elsevier
• Year: 2017
• Edition: 4
• eBook ISBN:
  9780702065088
• Topic: Medicine
• Subtopic: Nursing

The new edition of Physiology in Childbearing with Anatomy and Related Biosciences continues to offer readers with a sound introduction to human biology as it relates to pregnancy and childbirth. The new edition retains the online question bank with downloadable image collection and is suitable for midwives – whether qualified or in training – throughout the world.- Straightforward writing style helps demystify a challenging subject area- Applies theory to practice to show how a knowledge of the biological sciences can enhance the care given to mothers and babies- Designed to facilitate early recognition of pathology to help prevent morbidity and mortality- Ideal introduction to basic biochemistry, cellular biology and genetics for those who have no prior knowledge of the subject areas- Chapters on embryology help explain the occurrence of neonatal pathology- A 'body systems approach' – including embryological development – enables an understanding of the physiological and pathophysiological changes that occur during pregnancy- Clear diagrams allow an understanding of the complex three-dimensional concepts seen in biology- Helpful pedagogy such as 'Main Points' boxes at the end of each chapter act as useful aide-memoires- Enhances the safety of mothers and babies, both in the developed world and those countries where the provision of adequate care remains limited- Revised contributor team provides an international perspective- Updated design presents shorter sections of information with concise summaries of 'key points' and easy to interpret figures and tables

Table of contents

• Cover image
• Title page
• Table of Contents
• Dedication
• Copyright
• Contributors
• Preface
• Acknowledgements
• Illustration Acknowledgements
• List of Abbreviations
• Section 1: Preconception
• Section 2A: Pregnancy—The Fetus
• Section 2B: Pregnancy—The Mother
• Section 2C: Pregnancy–The Problems
• Section 3A: Labour–Normal
• Section 3B: Labour—Problems
• Section 4A: Puerperium—The Baby as a Neonate
• Section 4B: Puerperium—The Mother
• Index