Download or read book Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology for Healthcare Students written by David Sturgeon and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2018-03-09 with total page 476 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides a highly accessible introduction to anatomy and physiology. Written for students studying the subject for the first time, it covers the human body from the atomic and cellular levels through to all the major systems and includes chapters on blood, immunity and homeostasis. Logically presented, the chapters build on each other and are designed to develop the reader’s knowledge and understanding of the human body. By the end of each chapter, the reader will understand and be able to explain how the structures and systems described are organised and contribute to the maintenance of health. Describing how illness and disease undermine the body’s ability to maintain homeostasis, this text helps readers to predict and account for the consequences when this occurs. Complete with self-test questions, full colour illustrations and a comprehensive glossary, this book is an essential read for all nursing and healthcare students in both further and higher education.
Download or read book Anatomy and Physiology for Health Professionals written by Jahangir Moini and published by Jones & Bartlett Learning. This book was released on 2019-01-03 with total page 865 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written with health professions students in mind, the Third Edition of Anatomy and Physiology for Health Professionals offers an engaging, approachable, and comprehensive overview of human anatomy and physiology. The Third Edition features a total of six multifaceted ‘Units’ which build upon an understanding of basic knowledge, take readers through intermediate subjects, and finally delve into complex topics that stimulate critical thinking. Heavily revised with updated content throughout, chapters include useful features, such as Common Abbreviations, Medical Terminology, the Metric System and more! Students will want to take advantage of the many resources available to reinforce learning —including Test Your Understanding questions that regularly assess comprehension, flash cards for self-study, an interactive eBook with more than 20 animations, and interactive and printable Lab Exercises and Case Studies.
Download or read book Anatomy Physiology for Health and Social Care written by Mark Walsh and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2016-07-09 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This ABC Guide introduces learners to a range of key concepts, theories and terminology in this core topic area. Accessible, clear and vocationally applied, the ABC Guide enables learners to make sense of human anatomy and physiology in a health and social care context. Going beyond brief dictionary-style defintions, Mark Walsh provides focused explanations and extended discussions of the concepts, theories and terminology that learners taking BTEC National and Cambridge Technical Level 3 Health and Social Care awards need to understand.
Download or read book Fundamentals of Children and Young People s Anatomy and Physiology written by Ian Peate and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2021-04-20 with total page 528 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fundamentals of Children and Young People’s Anatomy and Physiology contains the critical knowledge required to provide safe and effective care to 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. Highly visual, succinct yet comprehensive, this textbook presents an overview of the structure and function of each body system, supported by clinical applications demonstrating how the concepts relate to nursing in practice. Fully revised to reflect the Future Nurse Curriculum Standards, this second edition contains a new chapter on physical growth and development, discussion of social, political, and environmental impacts to children’s health and wellbeing, updated problems and activities, and more. Each chapter includes a range of effective pedagogical tools, such as learning objectives, clinical considerations, body maps, and self-assessment questions. Designed to prepare students for their careers in delivering high-quality care for children in a range of settings, this leading textbook: Provides information on the anatomical and physiological changes that leads to an altered state of health Emphasises clinical application throughout, applying the anatomy and physiology to common health conditions in children Offers a structured and comprehensive approach to child-related anatomy and physiology theory to prepare students for practice Fundamentals of Children and Young People’s Anatomy and Physiology is essential reading for nursing and healthcare students, and a useful reference for nurses, nursing associates, healthcare assistants, assistant practitioners, and other professionals working in the field. All content is reviewed by students for students. If you would like to be one of our student reviewers, go to www.reviewnursingbooks.com to find out more.
Download or read book Understanding Anatomy and Physiology in Nursing written by John Knight and published by Learning Matters. This book was released on 2020-05-30 with total page 437 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Covering all the key aspects of anatomy and physiology that nursing students need to know, this book condenses vast amounts of scientific information into short, concise, and easily accessible chapters. From an overview of cells, blood, and the major organ systems, through to the key developmental stages, genetics and ageing, this book introduces all the vital anatomy and physiology information that aspiring nurses will need to learn. Throughout the book, case studies link core principles of anatomy and physiology to realistic scenarios commonly encountered by nurses in clinical practice, helping students apply this knowledge to their everyday working life. Key features • Mapped to the new NMC standards of proficiency for registered nurses (2018) • Case studies, activities and other learning features help students translate the theory to practice • Provides revision guidance and strategies for tackling exams and assessments
Download or read book Introduction to the Anatomy and Physiology of Children written by Janet MacGregor and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2008-04-18 with total page 270 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fully updated, this new edition provides an introduction to normal, healthy physical development for all professionals who specialise in working with children. The author, an experienced nurse teacher, guides the reader through the key changes in body systems and functions from embryo to birth through childhood and adolescence. Chapter 1 sets the scene for physical needs in child development, such as the need to be warm and safe. Chapters 2 to 9 cover the body systems: skeletal; nervous; cardiovascular; respiratory; renal; digestive; reproductive; and immune. The embryology and physiological function at birth is explored in each chapter before the text moves on through the many changes over the next decade to puberty and the arrival at adult functioning. A new final chapter provides a holistic account of children’s development, body and mind. Each chapter is illustrated with line drawings and tables, and ends with scenarios which illustrate how knowledge supports good practice in a real-life situation, and a quiz to consolidate learning. Concise and clearly written, this introductory text will be essential reading for all those working with children and families in the health and social care sector, enabling them to ensure children enjoy a safe and healthy childhood in line with Every Child Matters and new national service framework directives.
Download or read book Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology for Nursing Practice written by Jennifer Boore and published by SAGE. This book was released on 2016-04-30 with total page 617 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Effective, holistic nursing is impossible without a firm grasp of how the human body functions, but knowledge of the scientific theory on its own is not enough. Written with the needs of nurses firmly in mind and using the person-centred practice framework as a guiding principle, this book brings anatomy and physiology to life, combining the best of print and online learning into one integrated package. Key features: Connects theory with nursing practice by exploring the science from the perspective of a fictional family Uses a rich array of full-colour figures, diagrams, and video material including interactive figures, animations and mini-tutorials – perfect for visual learners Full of engaging activities designed to complement self-directed learning. Supported by a collection of digital resources, including 170 online multiple choice questions, over 800 revision flashcards, and complete access to videos, animations, revision material and action plans. Ideal for revision and consolidating knowledge. Visit https://edge.sagepub.com/essentialaandp to find out more. Get 12 months FREE access to an interactive eBook* when you buy the paperback! (Print paperback version only, ISBN 9781473938465) Each purchase includes 12 months access to an interactive eBook version, meaning you can study when and how you want and make use of additional tools including search, highlighting, annotation note sharing and much more. *interactivity only available through Vitalsource eBook
Download or read book Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology written by Ian Peate and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2020-07-13 with total page 597 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Comprehensive, illustrated, and perhaps most importantly: applicable in practice. The latest edition of this best-selling textbook proves difficult to put down. The third edition of Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology is a concise yet comprehensive introduction to the structure and function of the human body. Written with the needs of nursing and healthcare students in mind, this bestselling textbook incorporates clinical examples and scenarios throughout to illustrate how the topics covered are applied in practice. Hundreds of full-colour illustrations complement numerous case studies encompassing all fields of nursing practice, alongside learning outcomes, self-assessment tests, chapter summaries, and other effective learning tools. This latest edition has been thoroughly updated by a team of international contributors to reflect the current Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Standards for Education, with enhanced online learning resources including an image bank, a searchable online glossary, flashcards, interactive multiple-choice questions, and more. Offering a user-friendly introduction to anatomy and physiology, this textbook: Provides a variety of clinical scenarios and examples to relate theory to practice Outlines the disorders associated with each chapter’s topic Presents information on medicines management for each body system Is written by an international team Features extensive supplementary online resources for both students and instructors Is available with accompanying study guide, Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology Workbook Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology is the perfect introduction to the subject for student nurses, particularly those in the first year of their course, healthcare assistants and nursing associates, and other allied health students.
Download or read book Human Physiology and Health in the Caring Context written by Sue Ford and published by Nelson Thornes. This book was released on 1995 with total page 135 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written for students on Advanced GNVQ Health and Social Care courses, this textbook presents human anatomy, physiology and health in the caring context. With regular activities and questions to check understanding, the book explains body systems and physiology with the aid of diagrams. Throughout, the emphasis is on understanding the human body so that appropriate care can be given.
Download or read book Anatomy Physiology Disease written by Deborah Roiger and published by Sem. This book was released on 2016-10-13 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Anatomy Physiology written by Pamela Minett and published by Scion Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2020-09-15 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An accessible text which covers the essentials of anatomy and physiology required by a range of health professions. Anatomy & Physiology is the ideal introduction to the subject for student nurses, midwives, operating department practitioners, paramedics, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, trainee nursing associates, and other allied health professionals. Written in an engaging and accessible style, the book helps readers to: learn the language of anatomy and physiology by explaining new terms clearly in the text and in a comprehensive glossary understand the key anatomical structures and physiological functions appreciate what happens during disease, with boxes throughout to highlight the clinical relevance, and more detailed explanations of chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, obesity, and cancer apply this knowledge in healthcare contexts Bonus online material The following material to accompany the book is provided free of charge online: four additional chapters to help readers extend their knowledge a variety of self-assessment questions for every chapter The clear, reader-friendly presentation will aid understanding of a subject which is often viewed as challenging but is essential throughout a healthcare career.
Download or read book Ross Wilson Anatomy and Physiology in Health and Illness written by Anne Waugh and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2018-07-12 with total page 583 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The new edition of the hugely successful Ross and Wilson Anatomy & Physiology in Health and Illness continues to bring its readers the core essentials of human biology presented in a clear and straightforward manner. Fully updated throughout, the book now comes with enhanced learning features including helpful revision questions and an all new art programme to help make learning even easier. The 13th edition retains its popular website, which contains a wide range of 'critical thinking' exercises as well as new animations, an audio-glossary, the unique Body Spectrum© online colouring and self-test program, and helpful weblinks. Ross and Wilson Anatomy & Physiology in Health and Illness will be of particular help to readers new to the subject area, those returning to study after a period of absence, and for anyone whose first language isn't English. - Latest edition of the world's most popular textbook on basic human anatomy and physiology with over 1.5 million copies sold worldwide - Clear, no nonsense writing style helps make learning easy - Accompanying website contains animations, audio-glossary, case studies and other self-assessment material, the unique Body Spectrum© online colouring and self-test software, and helpful weblinks - Includes basic pathology and pathophysiology of important diseases and disorders - Contains helpful learning features such as Learning Outcomes boxes, colour coding and design icons together with a stunning illustration and photography collection - Contains clear explanations of common prefixes, suffixes and roots, with helpful examples from the text, plus a glossary and an appendix of normal biological values. - Particularly valuable for students who are completely new to the subject, or returning to study after a period of absence, and for anyone whose first language is not English - All new illustration programme brings the book right up-to-date for today's student - Helpful 'Spot Check' questions at the end of each topic to monitor progress - Fully updated throughout with the latest information on common and/or life threatening diseases and disorders - Review and Revise end-of-chapter exercises assist with reader understanding and recall - Over 120 animations – many of them newly created – help clarify underlying scientific and physiological principles and make learning fun
Download or read book Fundamentals of Children s Anatomy and Physiology written by Ian Peate and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2015-01-27 with total page 528 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When caring for the well or ill child, recognising and responding to their anatomical and physiological differences is essential. Fundamentals of Children’s Anatomy and Physiology provides child nursing students and registered nurses with a succinct but complete overview of the structure and function of the child’s body, plus clinical applications throughout to demonstrate how the concepts relate to real-life nursing. Each chapter lists learning outcomes and includes clinical considerations, body maps, a range of high-quality illustrations and test-your-knowledge questions. The book is also accompanied by a companion website with further self-assessment and quizzes.
Download or read book Anatomy and Physiology for Nurses at a Glance written by Ian Peate and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2015-04-20 with total page 165 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Anatomy and Physiology for Nurses at a Glance is the perfect companion for study and revision for pre-registration nursing and healthcare students, from the publishers of the market-leading at a Glance series. Combining superb illustrations with accessible and informative text, this book covers all the body systems and key concepts encountered from the start of the pre-registration nursing or healthcare programme, and is ideal for anyone looking for an overview of the human body. Providing a concise, visual overview of anatomy and physiology and the related biological sciences, this book will help students develop practical skills, enabling them to become caring, kind and compassionate nurses. Superbly illustrated, with full colour illustrations throughout Breaks down complex concepts in an accessible way Written specifically for nursing and healthcare students with all the information they need Includes access to a companion website with self-assessment questions for each chapter Available in a range of digital formats- perfect for ‘on the go’ study and revision
Download or read book Anatomy and Physiology for Health and Social Care written by Mark Walsh and published by . This book was released on 2016-07-15 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: * The ABC Guide to Anatomy and Physiology provides classroom-ready, fully photocopiable and focused support material for Level 3 BTEC National Health and Social Care tutors. * The ABC Guide material has been developed to supplement and extend textbook coverage of key topics and can be used in a variety of ways within lessons, workshops and library-based learning sessions * Each entry in this ABC Guide provides a short, concise definition of a concept, key term or condition followed by a longer explanatory discussion where appropriate. * Links between concepts, key terms and theories are noted within and at the end of each entry so that learners can follow them up to make connections that enhance their learning. * All entries have been written in an accessible style and at a level appropriate for level 3 learners. The ABC Guide to Anatomy and Physiology is a cost-effective, flexible and classroom ready resource tailored to save preparation time and ensure effective coverage of key topics and issues with this mandatory unit of the new level 3 BTEC National Health and Social Care awards.
Download or read book Introduction to the Anatomy and Physiology of Children written by Janet MacGregor and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2008-04-18 with total page 269 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fully updated, this new edition provides an introduction to normal, healthy physical development for all professionals who specialise in working with children. The author, an experienced nurse teacher, guides the reader through the key changes in body systems and functions from embryo to birth through childhood and adolescence. Chapter 1 sets the scene for physical needs in child development, such as the need to be warm and safe. Chapters 2 to 9 cover the body systems: skeletal; nervous; cardiovascular; respiratory; renal; digestive; reproductive; and immune. The embryology and physiological function at birth is explored in each chapter before the text moves on through the many changes over the next decade to puberty and the arrival at adult functioning. A new final chapter provides a holistic account of children’s development, body and mind. Each chapter is illustrated with line drawings and tables, and ends with scenarios which illustrate how knowledge supports good practice in a real-life situation, and a quiz to consolidate learning. Concise and clearly written, this introductory text will be essential reading for all those working with children and families in the health and social care sector, enabling them to ensure children enjoy a safe and healthy childhood in line with Every Child Matters and new national service framework directives.
Download or read book Respiratory Care Anatomy and Physiology written by Will Beachey, PhD, RRT, FAARC and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2012-10-22 with total page 483 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Perfect for both practicing therapists and students in respiratory therapy and associated professions, this well-organized text offers the most clinically relevant and up-to-date information on respiratory applied anatomy and physiology. Content spans the areas of basic anatomy and physiology of the pulmonary, cardiovascular, and renal systems, and details the physiological principles underlying common therapeutic, diagnostic, and monitoring therapies and procedures. Using a clear and easy-to-understand format, this text helps you take a more clinical perspective and learn to think more critically about the subject matter. Open-ended concept questions require reasoned responses based on thorough comprehension of the text, fostering critical thinking and discussion. Clinical Focus boxes throughout the text place key subject matter in a clinical context to connect theory with practice. Chapter outlines, chapter objectives, key terms, and a bulleted chapter summary highlight important concepts and make content more accessible. Appendixes contain helpful tables and definitions of terms and symbols. NEW! Chapter on the physiological basis for treating sleep-disordered breathing clarifies the physiological mechanisms of sleep-disordered breathing and the various techniques required to treat this type of disorder. NEW! Reorganization of content places the section on the renal system before the section on integrated responses in exercise and aging to create a more logical flow of content. NEW! More Clinical Focus scenarios and concept questions provide additional opportunities to build upon content previously learned and to apply new information in the text.
