
Anatomy and Physiology for Midwives, 4th Edition
Paperback

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- Highly popular midwifery resource that explains and contextualises the principles of reproductive A&P
- Learning Objectives at the start of each chapter help readers structure their study time
- Case Studies ‘bring the subject to life’ and provide an opportunity to reflect on the implications for clinical practice
- Acknowledges the importance of underlying research and integrates theory and practice
- End of chapter Key Points and Application to Practice boxes further reinforce learning
- Helps midwives deal with questions from increasingly informed ‘parents to be’
- More than 200 illustrations help clarify sometimes complex anatomical, physiological and clinical information
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- New authorship brings additional expertise into the areas of cell physiology and research, particularly its clinical application to fertility and parturition
- An upgraded artwork program enhances the look and feel of the book
- Contains updates in the fast-moving field of reproductive physiology such as recent advances in fertility treatment, postnatal care of premature infants, and the impact of the gestational environment and early nutrition on later health
- Updated case studies reflect areas of advancing midwifery practice
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- Introduction to Physiology
- The Reproductive and Urinary Systems
- Endocrinology
- Reproductive Cycles
- Sexual Differentiation and Behaviour
- Fertilization
- Overview of Human Genetics and Genetic Disorders
- The Placenta
- Embryo Development and Fetal Growth
- Overview of Immunology
- Physiological Adaptation to Pregnancy
- Maternal Nutrition and Health
- Physiology of Parturition
- The Puerperium
- The Transition to Neonatal Life
- Lactation and Infant Nutrition
Glossary