Anatomy & Physiology for Midwives - Brossura

Coad EIHMS, Jane; Dunstall EIHMS, Melvyn

Brossura

ISBN 10: 0443101302 ISBN 13: 9780443101304

Casa editrice: Churchill Livingstone, 2005

Riassunto

Anatomy & Physiology for Midwives 2nd edition builds upon the success of the first edition. It 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.

Su questo libro

L'autore:

Jane Coad BSc PhD PGCEA Senior Lecturer in Human Nutrition, Massey University, New Zealand

Contenuti:

Foreword

Preface

Acknowledgements

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

Su questa edizione

• Editore: Churchill Livingstone
• Data di pubblicazione: 2005
• ISBN 10: 0443101302
• ISBN 13: 9780443101304
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero edizione: 2
• Numero di pagine: 456