Anatomy and Physiology for Midwives
- 4th Edition - September 6, 2019
- Imprint: Elsevier
- Authors: Jane Coad, Kevin Pedley, Melvyn Dunstall
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 7 0 2 0 - 6 6 6 8 - 9
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 7 0 2 0 - 6 6 6 5 - 8
This is a new edition of a highly popular textbook which presents the fascinating field of reproductive anatomy and physiology in a style which is ideal for those who are new to th… Read more
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Request a sales quoteThis is a new edition of a highly popular textbook which presents the fascinating field of reproductive anatomy and physiology in a style which is ideal for those who are new to the subject. Now with a significantly upgraded artwork program – which is also available as a downloadable image bank – this helpful volume builds up from the founding principles of human structure and function through to conception, embryological and fetal development and growth, the maternal responses to the growing fetus, parturition and the transition to neonatal life. This book will be suitable for all students of midwifery, as well as qualified midwives ‘returning to practice’ or undertaking post-graduate study.
- 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
Preregistration midwifery students, midwives ‘returning to practice’ or undertaking post-graduate study.
- Instructions for online access
- Cover image
- Title page
- Table of Contents
- Copyright
- Preface
- Acknowledgements
- List of abbreviations
- 1. Introduction to Physiology
- Introduction
- The Cell
- Cells and Tissues
- The Structural Organization of the Body
- Metabolism
- Key Points
- Application to Practice
- 2. The Reproductive and Urinary Systems
- Introduction
- The Urinary System
- The Female Reproductive Tract
- The Male Reproductive Tract
- Gametogenesis
- Key Points
- Application to Practice
- 3. Endocrinology
- Introduction
- What is endocrinology?
- The Evolution of Endocrinology
- Classification of Hormones
- Hormone Transport
- Hormonal Regulation
- Hormone Action
- Endocrine Glands, Hormones and Reproduction
- Fetal Endocrinology
- Key Points
- Application to Practice
- 4. Reproductive Cycles
- Introduction
- The Luteal Phase
- Regulation of Gonadotrophin Secretion
- Cyclical Effects of Oestrogens and Progesterone
- Menstruation
- Hormonal Causes of Infertility
- Artificial Control of Fertility
- Menopause
- Key Points
- Application to Practice
- 5. Sexual Differentiation and Behaviour
- Introduction
- Differentiation Into Male and Female
- Development of Male Morphology
- Development of Female Morphology
- Indeterminate Sex
- Sexual Behaviour
- Key Points
- Application to Practice
- 6. Fertilization
- Introduction
- Coitus (Copulation)
- The Gametes
- Stages of Fertilization
- Development Before Implantation
- Parental Imprinting
- Twins
- Implantation
- Maternal Recognition of the Pregnancy
- Causes of Infertility
- Assisted Reproductive Technology (Art or Artificial Fertilization)
- Key Points
- Application to Practice
- 7. Overview of Human Genetics and Genetic Disorders
- Introduction
- A Brief History of Genetics
- Genes and Chromosomes
- The Structure of DNA and RNA
- DNA Replication and Cell Division
- The Genetic Message
- Mutation
- Meiosis
- Autosomes and Sex Chromosomes
- Prediction of Genetic Outcomes
- Characteristics of Different Types of Inheritance
- Chromosomal Abnormalities
- Epigenetics and Imprinting
- Genetic Screening
- Evolution
- Key Points
- Application to Practice
- 8. The Placenta
- Introduction
- Uterine Receptivity
- Differentiation into Cytotrophoblast and Syncytiotrophoblast
- Extravillous Cytotrophoblast and Remodelling of the Uterine Vessels
- Vascularization of the Placental Villi
- Development of the Discoid Placenta and Chorionic Membrane
- Development of the Amnion (Inner Membrane)
- Growth and Maturation of the Placental Villi
- Placental Blood Flow
- Placental Transport Mechanisms
- Placental Hormone Production
- The Allantois and Yolk Sac
- The Placenta at Term
- Examination of the Placenta
- Key Points
- Application to Practice
- 9. Embryo Development and Fetal Growth
- Introduction
- Embryonic Week 2
- Embryonic Week 3
- Embryonic Weeks 4–8: Organogenesis
- Ninth Week to Birth: Fetal Period
- Development of Organ Systems
- Key Points
- Application to Practice
- 10. Overview of Immunology
- Introduction
- The Evolution of the Immune System
- Overview of the Immune System
- The Immune System in Pregnancy
- Acceptance of the Fetus
- Effects of Pregnancy on the Immune System
- Fetal and Neonatal Passive Immunity
- Vulnerability of the Neonate
- Other Immunological Aspects of Pregnancy
- Key Points
- Application to Practice
- 11. Physiological Adaptation to Pregnancy
- Introduction
- Endocrine Changes in Pregnancy
- The Reproductive System
- The Cardiovascular System
- The Respiratory System
- The Renal System
- The Gastrointestinal System
- The Skin and Appearance
- The Skeleton and Joints
- Vision
- The Nose and Larynx
- Sleep
- Carbohydrate Metabolism
- Key Points
- Application to Practice
- 12. Maternal Nutrition and Health
- Introduction
- Overview of Nutrition
- Preconceptual Nutritional Status
- Non-Nutritional Factors Affecting Reproductive Function
- Nutritional Requirements in Pregnancy
- Undernutrition in Pregnancy
- Maternal Obesity
- Lifestyle Issues
- Key Points
- Application to Practice
- 13. Physiology of Parturition
- Introduction
- Stages of Labour
- The Uterus at Term
- Initiation of Parturition
- The Timing of Parturition
- The Evolutionary Context of Human Labour
- The First Stage of Labour
- The Second Stage of Labour
- The Third Stage of Labour
- The Effects of Labour on Maternal Physiology
- Nutrition in Labour
- The Effects of Labour on the Fetus
- The Fetal Skull and Fetal Presentation
- Pain in Labour
- Position in Labour
- Key Points
- Application to Practice
- 14. The Puerperium
- Introduction
- Physiological and Structural Changes
- Lochia
- Sleep
- Psychological State
- The Role of the Midwife
- Complications of the Puerperium
- Key Points
- Application to Practice
- 15. The Transition to Neonatal Life
- Introduction
- The Cardiovascular System
- The Respiratory System
- Temperature Regulation
- The Neonatal Liver
- The Gastrointestinal System at Birth
- The Kidneys
- The Nervous System
- Sleep and Behavioural States
- The Skin and Immune System
- Normal Neonatal Transition
- Initial Examination of the Newborn
- Key Points
- Application to Practice
- 16. Lactation and Infant Nutrition
- Introduction
- Anatomy of the Breast
- Breast Growth and Development
- Physiology of Lactation
- Suckling and Milk Transfer
- Involution
- Problems Associated with Lactation
- Inhibition of Fertility
- Maternal Behaviour
- Nutrition of the Lactating Mother
- Infant Nutrition and the Composition of Human Milk
- Immunological Properties of Human Milk
- Formula Feeding
- Complementary Feeding (Weaning)
- Key Points
- Application to Practice
- Index
- Edition: 4
- Published: September 6, 2019
- Imprint: Elsevier
- No. of pages: 552
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN: 9780702066689
- eBook ISBN: 9780702066658
JC
Jane Coad
Affiliations and expertise
Professor in Nutrition, Massey University, Palmerston North, New ZealandKP
Kevin Pedley
Kevin Pedley is an Associate Professor in Physiology at Massey University in Palmerston North, New Zealand, having moved from King’s College London in 2001. Kevin has spent his time at Massey University teaching first, second and third year undergraduate physiology as well as postgraduate level physiology as well as physiological aspects of Human Nutrition and has served as subject leader for the Physiology B.Sc. Kevin acquired a keen interest in the mechanisms of fertilisation, pregnancy and parturition from his research at King’s College and has taught extensively in these areas since his arrival at Massey. He is also active in research and in supervision of PhD students who are mainly focused on the study of cell function in the gastrointestinal tract. These studies have included the mechanisms of insulin secretion, water and electrolyte transport in colonic epithelium, gastric acid secretion and, most recently, the mechanisms of iron transport in duodenal enterocytes. His research has employed a variety of experimental approaches including the use of intra-vital fluorescence and confocal imaging of living cells and, most recently, the use of intestinal organoids as an in vitro model of intestinal function and pathology.
Affiliations and expertise
Associate Professor in Physiology, Massey University, Palmerston North, New ZealandMD
Melvyn Dunstall
Melvyn Dunstall BSc Msc PGCEA RM RGN
Lecturer/Practitioner in Midwifery, Frimley Park Hospital; Supervisor of Midwives
Affiliations and expertise
Formerly Deputy Research & Development Manager, Lead Midwife for Research, Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, Surrey, UK