Fundamentals of Children and Young People's Anatomy and Physiology
THIRD EDITION

The latest edition of an essential resource for nursing and healthcare students covering the anatomy and physiology of children and young people

Fundamentals of Children and Young People's Anatomy and Physiology, 3rd Edition contains the critical knowledge associated with anatomy and physiology required to provide safe and effective care to children and young people. Emphasising the application of evidence-based theory to practice, this comprehensive yet accessible textbook helps nursing and healthcare students understand how children's anatomical and physiological systems influence disease processes and treatment options differently than in adults. This third edition includes an expanded focus on ethnic minority communities and representation of gender and LGBTQI+ issues to ensure a more inclusive understanding of diversity in the population.

Readers will also find:

  • A collection of effective pedagogical tools designed to enhance learning, including chapter-specific learning objectives, clinical considerations, and self-assessment questions
  • Practical discussions with a focus on access to care, determinants of health, and health inequalities
  • Detailed considerations of the mental health of children and young people, and how it impacts their anatomy and physiology

This is the ideal book for nurses, nursing associates, healthcare assistants and allied health professionals, and those studying within those fields.

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List of contributors xv

Preface xix

Acknowledgements xxi

About the companion website xxiii

Chapter 1 Learning the language: terminology 1
Ian Peate and Elizabeth Gormley-Fleming

Introduction 2

Anatomy and physiology 2

Physiology 7

Terminology 9

Pathophysiology 13

Conclusion 20

Multiple-choice questions 21

Post-test questions 21

References 22

Further reading 22

Chapter 2 Scientific principles 23
Barry Hill

Introduction 24

Levels of organisation 24

Characteristics of life 24

Bodily requirements 25

Atoms 26

Conclusion 35

Multiple-choice questions 36

Post-test questions 37

Glossary 37

References 38

Chapter 3 The cell 39
Barry Hill

Introduction 40

Characteristics of the cell 40

The structure of the cell 42

Organelles 48

Fluids and the body 52

Electrolytes 55

Conclusion 57

Multiple-choice questions 57

Post-test questions 58

Glossary 58

References 59

Contents

Chapter 4 Homeostasis 61
Mary Brady

Introduction 62

Regulation of homeostasis 62

Feedback mechanisms 62

Homeostatic mechanisms 62

Energy production 64

Systematic approach to homeostasis 65

Conclusion 74

Multiple-choice questions 75

Post-test questions 75

Glossary 76

References 78

Chapter 5 Genetics 79
Ray Bywater

Introduction 79

Genes 80

From DNA to proteins 84

The transference of genes 87

Mendelian genetics 91

Conclusion 97

Multiple-choice questions 98

Post-test questions 99

Conditions 99

Glossary 99

References 102

Further reading 102

Chapter 6 Tissues 103
Louise McLaughlin

Introduction 103

Types of tissues 105

Children and tissue development 114

Conclusion 116

Multiple-choice questions 116

Post-test questions 117

Conditions 117

Glossary 117

References 118

Further reading 118

Useful website 118

Chapter 7 The immune system 119
Alison Mosenthal

Introduction 119

Blood cell development 120

The organs and tissues of the immune system 120

Types of immunity 125

Immunoglobulins (antibodies) 131

Conclusion 135

Multiple-choice questions 136

Post-test questions 137

Conditions 137

Glossary 138

References 138

Further reading 139

Chapter 8 Blood 141
Sarah Brazel-Terris

Introduction 141

Composition of blood 143

Functions of blood 144

Constituents of blood 145

Haemoglobin and oxygen transport 147

Bleeding and platelets 150

Blood groups and blood transfusion 152

Conclusion 157

Multiple-choice questions 158

Post-test questions 159

Conditions 159

Glossary 160

References 160

Further reading 160

Chapter 9 The cardiac system 161
Sheila Roberts

Introduction 161

Fetal circulation 162

Changes at birth 162

Electrocardiogram 169

The cardiac cycle 169

Factors affecting the heart rate 172

Conclusion 173

Multiple-choice questions 174

Post-test questions 174

Conditions 175

Glossary 175

References 175

Further reading 176

Chapter 10 The respiratory system 177
Elizabeth Gormley-Fleming

Introduction 178

Airway 179

Lungs 183

Conclusion 188

Multiple-choice questions 189

Post-test questions 189

Conditions 190

Glossary 190

References 190

Further reading 191

Chapter 11 The endocrine system 193
Julia Petty

Introduction 194

Physiology of the endocrine system 195

Anatomy of the endocrine system 197

Conclusion 211

Multiple-choice questions 211

Post-test questions 212

Conditions 212

Glossary 213

References 214

Further reading 216

Chapter 12 The digestive system and nutrition 217
Joanne Outteridge

Introduction 218

Nutritional requirements for healthy growth and development 219

Carbohydrates 219

Fats 220

Proteins 220

Vitamins and Minerals 220

Fibre 222

Infant nutrition 223

Early childhood nutrition 224

The anatomy and physiology of the digestive system 225

Conclusion 235

Multiple-choice questions 235

Post-test questions 236

Conditions 236

Glossary 236

References 237

Chapter 13 The renal system 239
Elizabeth Gormley-Fleming

Introduction 240

Renal system 240

Kidney 241

Functions of the kidney 246

Blood supply to the kidneys 246

Formation of urine 247

Composition of urine 249

Ureters 251

Bladder 251

Urethra 253

Function of the bladder and micturition 254

Conclusion 254

Multiple-choice questions 255

Post-test questions 256

Conditions 256

Glossary 256

References 257

Further reading 258

Chapter 14 The reproductive systems 259
Michele O’Grady

Introduction 260

Fetal embryology: sexual differentiation 260

The male reproductive system 260

Female reproductive system 268

Conclusion 279

Multiple-choice questions 280

Post-test questions 281

Conditions 281

Glossary 282

References 282

Further reading 283

Chapter 15 The nervous system 285
Petra Brown

Introduction 286

Organisation of the nervous system 286

Cellular structure of the nervous system 286

Transmission of nerve impulses 289

Fetal development 291

Childhood development 292

Central nervous system 293

Conclusion 307

Multiple-choice questions 307

Post-test questions 308

Conditions 308

Glossary 309

References 309

Further reading 310

Chapter 16 The muscular system 311
Elizabeth Gormley-Fleming

Introduction 312

Muscle development in early life 312

Types of muscle tissue 312

Functions of muscular system 314

Gross anatomy of skeletal muscle 315

The micro-anatomy of the muscle 316

Types of muscle fibres 318

Skeletal muscle relaxation and contraction 319

Contraction 319

Energy requirements for muscle contraction 320

Organisation of skeletal muscle 321

Conclusion 340

Multiple-choice questions 341

Post-test questions 341

Conditions 342

Glossary 342

References 342

Further reading 343

Chapter 17 The skeletal system 345
Elizabeth Gormley-Fleming

Introduction 345

Axial skeleton 346

Appendicular skeleton 346

The function of the skeleton 346

Bone structure and growth 348

Bone healing 353

Bone classification 355

Joints 357

Conclusion 361

Multiple-choice questions 361

Post-test questions 362

Conditions 362

Glossary 362

References 364

Further reading 365

Chapter 18 The senses 367
Joanne Outteridge

Introduction 368

The sense of smell (olfaction) 368

The sense of taste (gustation) 369

The ear 371

The sense of equilibrium 373

The sense of sight 375

Conclusion 380

Multiple-choice questions 380

Post-test questions 381

Conditions 381

Glossary 382

References 382

Future readings 383

Chapter 19 The skin 385
Elizabeth Gormley-Fleming

Introduction 386

The structure of skin 386

Functions of the skin 395

Conclusion 399

Multiple-choice questions 400

Post-test questions 400

Conditions 400

Glossary 401

References 402

Further reading 403

Chapter 20 Growing up healthy 405
Lisa Whiting and Mary L. Donnelly

Introduction 406

Having the best start in life 406

Health and well-being of children and young people 407

Current influences on children and young people’s health 408

The child and young person’s voice 409

Promoting the health of children and young people 410

Using genomics to enhance health and well-being 412

Conclusion 413

Multiple-choice questions 413

Post-test questions 414

Glossary 414

References 414

Further reading 417

Answers to multiple-choice questions 419

Index 421

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Fundamentals of Children and Young People's Anatomy and Physiology
THIRD EDITION

The latest edition of an essential resource for nursing and healthcare students covering the anatomy and physiology of children and young people

Fundamentals of Children and Young People's Anatomy and Physiology, 3rd Edition contains the critical knowledge associated with anatomy and physiology required to provide safe and effective care to children and young people. Emphasising the application of evidence-based theory to practice, this comprehensive yet accessible textbook helps nursing and healthcare students understand how children's anatomical and physiological systems influence disease processes and treatment options differently than in adults. This third edition includes an expanded focus on ethnic minority communities and representation of gender and LGBTQI+ issues to ensure a more inclusive understanding of diversity in the population.

Readers will also find:

  • A collection of effective pedagogical tools designed to enhance learning, including chapter-specific learning objectives, clinical considerations, and self-assessment questions
  • Practical discussions with a focus on access to care, determinants of health, and health inequalities
  • Detailed considerations of the mental health of children and young people, and how it impacts their anatomy and physiology

This is the ideal book for nurses, nursing associates, healthcare assistants and allied health professionals, and those studying within those fields.

Les mer

Produktdetaljer

ISBN
9781394240920
Publisert
2025-06-05
Utgave
3. utgave
Utgiver
Vendor
Wiley-Blackwell
Vekt
1089 gr
Høyde
252 mm
Bredde
203 mm
Dybde
25 mm
Aldersnivå
U, P, 05, 06
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Antall sider
464

Om bidragsyterne

Ian Peate is a Visiting Professor at Northumbria University and Buckinghamshire New University, a Senior Clinical Fellow at the University of Hertfordshire, and a Professorial Fellow at the University of Roehampton. He is also the Editor-in-Chief of the British Journal of Nursing, and the Consultant Editor of the Journal of Paramedic Practice and the International Journal of Advancing Practice.

Elizabeth Gormley-Fleming is the Associate Director of Academic Quality Assurance at the Centre for Academic Quality Assurance, University of Hertfordshire, UK.