Physiology in Childbearing (ebook)

The new edition of Physiology in Childbearing with Anatomy and Related Biosciences continues to offer readers with a sound introduction to human biology as it relates to pregnancy and childbirth. The new edition retains the online question bank with downloadable image collection and is suitable for midwives - whether qualified or in training - throughout the world.

• • Straightforward writing style helps demystify a challenging subject area

• • Applies theory to practice to show how a knowledge of the biological sciences can enhance the care given to mothers and babies

• • Designed to facilitate early recognition of pathology to help prevent morbidity and mortality

• • Ideal introduction to basic biochemistry, cellular biology and genetics for those who have no prior knowledge of the subject areas

• • Chapters on embryology help explain the occurrence of neonatal pathology

• • A ?body systems approach? - including embryological development - enables an understanding of the physiological and pathophysiological changes that occur during pregnancy

• • Clear diagrams allow an understanding of the complex three-dimensional concepts seen in biology

• • Helpful pedagogy such as ?Main Points? boxes at the end of each chapter act as useful aide-memoires

• Enhances the safety of mothers and babies, both in the developed world and those countries where the provision of adequate care remains limited

• • Revised contributor team provides an international perspective

• Updated design presents shorter sections of information with concise summaries of ?key points? and easy to interpret figures and tables