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.
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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.
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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
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Produktdetaljer
ISBN
9781529626469
Publisert
2024-12-13
Utgave
3. utgave
Utgiver
Vendor
SAGE Publications Ltd
Vekt
1590 gr
Høyde
246 mm
Bredde
189 mm
Aldersnivå
U, 05
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Innbundet
Antall sider
680