Anatomy & Physiology for Midwives, 2e [Paperback]

Jane Coad EIHMS (Author), Melvyn Dunstall EIHMS (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0443101302 | ISBN-13: 978-0443101304 | Publication Date: November 11, 2005 | Edition: 2

Building upon the success of the first edition, this book provides a thorough review of anatomy and physiology applicable to midwifery. This edition ties theory to practice more closely, and updates all research-based information and references for further reading. From first principles to current research, it utilizes case studies for reflection. This comprehensive and well-illustrated textbook is an essential resource for all students of midwifery.

• A comprehensive review of anatomy and physiology applicable to midwifery - from first principles through to current research
• Learning outcomes and key points facilitate study
• Extensively illustrated with line diagrams for maximum clarity
• Case studies and boxes illustrate application of principles to clinical practice

• One continuous case study illustrating various aspects of anatomy and physiology at different stages of pregnancy
• Cutting edge information on reproduction and sexual development
• Expansion of 'Application to Practice' content

Editorial Reviews

Review

Faye Doris; Academic Lead, Midwifery; University of Plymouth

A simple to use essential guide for students and qualified midwives. It is a sophisticated and evidenced based procedure book which can be used as a benchmark when providing care.

About the Author

Jane Coad BSc PhD PGCEA Senior Lecturer in Human Nutrition, Massey University, New Zealand

Melvyn Dunstall BSc Msc PGCEA RM RGN Lecturer/Practitioner in Midwifery, Frimley Park Hospital; Midwifery Visitor for NMC

Product Details

• Paperback: 456 pages
• Publisher: Churchill Livingstone; 2 edition (November 11, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0443101302
• ISBN-13: 978-0443101304
• Product Dimensions: 10.4 x 7.7 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #562,712 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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37 of 37 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Anatomy and Physiology for Midwives, June 30, 2001

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Nadine M Nelson (south royalton, vt United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Anatomy and Physiology for Midwives, 1e (Paperback)

I thoroughly enjoyed this informative and innovative book. If you are a student midwife or a current midwife this book is a must have. It covers all the aspects of the anatomy that we need to know to better inform our parents about embryology and how the pregnant body works and sustains itself during pregnancy.

The illustrations are incredibly helpful. If you are a visual person this book is definately for you. The book includes learning outcomes and chapter summaries. There are also many case studies which make you think about how you would respond to a stituation in real life. It also covers reproductive physiology, labor and postpartum.

EXCELLENT BOOK!!!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Thorough, Easy to Understand, May 31, 2008

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Jamie J. Bourgeois (Boston, MA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Anatomy & Physiology for Midwives, 2e (Paperback)

This was one of the first textbooks I used for midwifery school; right off there were several things I enjoyed about this book. The book isn't the size of an unabridged dictionary; it includes interesting clinical case studies that focus on midwifery care- not obstetrical care-; thorough review of physiology that was indepth yet not overwhelming. I found the chapters on the physiology of labor as well as embryology and placentation particularly useful.

The pages are fairly monochromatic, which I find a bit sore on the eyes. I like lots of color and constrast when reading textbooks- I think it helps retain the info better. The book is also written for British and European midwives, so just get used to the "oestrogen" and "labour" throughout the text.

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome guide, not too technical, January 27, 2012

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midwery_nat - See all my reviews

This review is from: Anatomy & Physiology for Midwives, 2e (Paperback)

So this text was required reading as a student midwife. It has been a few years since I had taken the sciences so I was a little intimidated when it came time for this module in class. This text is A+!!! It was a very simple and effective guide for us to wade through a lot of the information that is necessary to the practice of midwifery. I also had a regular undergrad text book on anatomy and physiology that was great for cross reference but Anatomy and Physiology for Midwives was so much more lightweight and portable, you can take it to births, or show it to moms and partners, as it is not the least bit intimidating. However, I would like to stress that it is very thorough. This is a focused text, not cliff-notes or an overview. It is a very VERY comprehensive text.