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Overview""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. This is a comprehensive and well-illustrated textbook that is an essential purchase for all students of midwifery. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Jane Coad , Melvyn DunstallPublisher: Elsevier Health Sciences Imprint: Churchill Livingstone Edition: 2nd Revised edition Dimensions: Width: 19.50cm , Height: 2.10cm , Length: 26.40cm Weight: 1.000kg ISBN: 9780443101304ISBN 10: 0443101302 Pages: 456 Publication Date: 28 September 2005 Audience: College/higher education , Tertiary & Higher Education Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Out of Print Availability: Out of stock ![]() Table of ContentsForeword 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 IndexReviewsFaye Doris; Academic Lead, Midwifery; University of Plymouth<br><br>A simple to use essential guide for students and qualified midwives. It is a sophisticated and evidenced based procedure book which can be used as a benchmark when providing care. Faye Doris; Academic Lead, Midwifery; University of Plymouth <br>A simple to use essential guide for students and qualified midwives. It is a sophisticated and evidenced based procedure book which can be used as a benchmark when providing care. Faye Doris; Academic Lead, Midwifery; University of PlymouthA simple to use essential guide for students and qualified midwives. It is a sophisticated and evidenced based procedure book which can be used as a benchmark when providing care. Author InformationJane Coad BSc PhD PGCEA Senior Lecturer in Human Nutrition, Massey University, New Zealand Melvyn Dunstall BSc Msc PGCEA RM RGN Lecturer/Practitioner in Midwifery, Frimley Park Hospital; Midwifery Visitor for NMC Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |