cover image - Physiology in Childbearing - Elsevier E-Book on VitalSource, 5th Edition
ISBN: 9780323932196
Copyright: 2025
Publication Date: 05-15-2024
Imprint: Elsevier
List Price: $41.99

Physiology in Childbearing - Elsevier E-Book on VitalSource, 5th Edition

by Jean Rankin, BSc(Hons) MSc PhD PGCE RN RMRGN RSCN

Elsevier eBook on VitalSource

cover image - Physiology in Childbearing - Elsevier E-Book on VitalSource, 5th Edition
ISBN: 9780323932196
Copyright: 2025
Publication Date: 05-15-2024
Imprint: Elsevier
List Price: $41.99
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    • Covers everything midwives need to know about physiology – comprehensive content suitable for both training and practising midwives
    • Easy to read with straightforward language - ideal for students to master difficult concepts
    • Clear, full-colour diagrams and images bring theory to life
    • Demystifies basic biochemistry, cellular biology and genetics for those who have no prior knowledge of these subject areas
    • Evidence-based approach to improve safety and quality of care for mothers and babies, both in the developed world and those countries where the provision of adequate care remains limited
    • Helps the reader apply theory to practice, including how to recognise pathology and help prevent morbidity and mortality
    • ‘Main Points’ boxes and online question bank with downloadable image collection to support learning
    • Full colour artwork program
    • Expanded information and clinical application boxes covering the diverse populations and cultures using maternity care
    • The RCOG PROMPT manual, current NMC and NICE guidelines integrated throughout
    • Key issues highlighted the current MBRRACE report are emphasised
    • Self-assessment multiple choice question bank on Evolve platform
  • Section 1: Preconception
    1. Basic Biochemistry
    2. The Cell – Its Structures and Function
    3. Structure, Organization and Regulation of Genes
    4. The Female Reproductive System
    5. The Male Reproductive System
    6. Fertility Control
    7. Infertility
    8. Preconception Matters
    Section 2A: Pregnancy—The Fetus
    9. General Embryology
    10. Embryological Systems 1—Trunk, Head and Limbs
    11. Embryological Systems 2—Internal Organs
    12. The Placenta, Membranes and Amniotic Fluid
    13. Fetal Growth and Development
    14. Common Fetal Problems
    15. Congenital Anomalies
    Section 2B: Pregnancy—The Mother
    16. The Haematological System—Physiology of the Blood
    17. The Cardiovascular System
    18. Respiration
    19. The Renal Tract
    20. Fluid, Electrolyte and Acid–Base Balance
    21. The Gastrointestinal Tract
    22. The Accessory Digestive Organs
    23. Nutrition and Metabolism During Pregnancy
    24. The Nature of Bone—The Female Pelvis and Fetal Skull
    25. Muscle—The Pelvic Floor and the Uterus
    26. The Central Nervous System
    27. The Peripheral and Autonomic Nervous Systems
    28. The Endocrine System
    29. The Immune System
    Section 2C: Pregnancy—The Problems
    30. Minor Disorders of Pregnancy and Risk Factors
    31. Bleeding in Pregnancy
    32. Cardiac and Hypertensive Disorders
    33. Anaemia and Clotting Disorders
    34. Respiratory, Renal, Gastrointestinal and Neurological Problems
    35. Diabetes Mellitus and Other Metabolic Disorders in Pregnancy
    Section 3A: Labour—Normal
    36. The Onset of Labour
    37. The First Stage of Labour
    38. Pain Relief in Labour
    39. The Second Stage of Labour
    40. The Third Stage of Labour
    Section 3B: Labour—Problems
    41. Abnormalities of Uterine Action and Onset of Labour
    42. Breech Presentation
    43. Malposition and Cephalic Malpresentations
    44. Cephalopelvic Disproportion, Obstructed Labour and Other Obstetric Emergencies
    45. Postpartum Haemorrhage and Other Third-stage Problems
    46. Perinatal Fetal Asphyxia
    47. Operative Delivery and the Acutely Unwell Woman
    Section 4A: Puerperium—The Baby as a Neonate
    48. Adaptation to Extrauterine Life 1: Haematological, Cardiovascular, Respiratory and Genitourinary Considerations
    49. Adaptation to Extrauterine Life 2: Gastrointestinal, Metabolic, Neural and Immunological Considerations
    50. Health Challenges and Problems in Neonates of Low Birthweight
    51. Developmental Anatomy: Related Cardiovascular and Respiratory Disorders
    52. Jaundice and Common Metabolic Problems in Neonates
    53. Risks of Infection and Trauma in Neonates
    Section 4B: Puerperium—The Mother
    54. The Breasts and Lactation
    55. Breastfeeding Practice and Problems
    56. The Puerperium
    57. Biobehavioural Aspects of Parenting
    Index
  • Jean Rankin, BSc(Hons) MSc PhD PGCE RN RMRGN RSCN, Professor (Maternal, Child and Family Health), School of Health, Nursing and Midwifery, University of the West of Scotland, Paisley and Hamilton, UK
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