Physiology in Childbearing: With Anatomy and Related Biosciences

by Dorothy Stables, Jean Rankin

Overview

This ISBN is now out of print. A new edition with e-book is available under ISBN 9780702044762.

The third edition of this popular textbook gives a clear, easy-to-read account of anatomy and physiology at all stages of pregnancy and childbirth. Each chapter covers normal physiology, changes to the physiology in pregnancy, and application to practice. The physiology of childbearing is placed within a total biological context, drawing on evolution, ecology, biochemistry and cell biology.

• Follows childbearing from preconception to postnatal care and the neonate
• Logical progression through the body systems
• Highly illustrated, with simple diagrams
• Emphasises links between knowledge and practice to promote clinical skills
• Main points summarised to aid study.

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• 10 multiple-choice questions per chapter for self-testing
• Downloadable illustrations, with and without labels
• Fully searchable.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780702044113
Publisher:	Elsevier Health Sciences UK
Publication date:	04/19/2010
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	800
File size:	22 MB
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About the Author

Stables, Dot, MSc, MTD, DN, RM, RN; Novak, Barbara, MSc, RN, RSCN, RM (City Univ London)

Table of Contents

SECTION 1 Preconception

1 Basic biochemistry

2 The cell - its structures and functions

3 Structure, organisation 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 defects

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

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

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 - gastro-intestinal, metabolic, neural, and immunological considerations

50 Health challenges and problems in neonates of low birth weight

51 Developmental anatomy: related cardiovascular and respiratory disorders

52 Jaundice and common metabolic problems in neonates

53 Risks of infections 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

Editorial Reviews

2 Stars from Doody

This midwifery text is written for student midwives and practicing midwives with an emphasis on the physiology of childbearing. These authors build on the admirable work of Blackburn's Maternal, Fetal and Neonatal Physiology: A Clinical Perspective (W.B. Saunders, 1992). As the authors note, they do not address the physiology of childbirth. Their aims include an understanding of physiology and other sciences applied to childbearing, fostering an integrated knowledge of applied biosciences, providing a biology textbook for basic and post basic midwifery practitioners, and ensuring safety of mothers and babies. Although these are worthy aims, in this book the authors do not meet them satisfactorily. Practicing nurse midwives and nurse midwifery students are the intended audience. The authors are credible authorities by virtue of their experience and academic credentials. The text has four sections. In Section 1 preconception is covered; in Section 2 embryological/fetal development, physiological and pathophysiological changes; in Section 3 normal labor and its physiology; and in Section 4 the maternal puerperium, neonatal physiology and care, and breastfeeding. Emphasized throughout is the physiology of the area of focus. Illustrations are well done and appropriate to the content. Color illustrations and photographs would have added to the readability of the book. The summary of the main points at the end of each chapter is particularly beneficial. References and recommended reading lists are also extremely helpful. Although I was very excited to receive this text as I agree that we need to build on the work of Blackburn's text, I was sorely disappointed in thescope of this book. The intent was to focus on physiology of childbearing, but I found the book consistently lacked the detail that I expect nurse midwives to have and demonstrate.

Robin Webb-Corbett