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 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.
Key Features
- 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
New Features
- New authorship brings additional expertise into the areas of cell physiology and research, particularly its clinical application to fertility and parturition
- An upgraded artwork program enhances the look and feel of the book
- Contains updates in the fast-moving field of reproductive physiology such as recent advances in fertility treatment, postnatal care of premature infants, and the impact of the gestational environment and early nutrition on later health
- Updated case studies reflect areas of advancing midwifery practice
- Introduction to Physiology
- The Reproductive and Urinary Systems
- Endocrinology
- Reproductive Cycles
- Sexual Differentiation and Behaviour
- Fertilization
- Overview of Human Genetics and Genetic Disorders
- The Placenta
- Embryo Development and Fetal Growth
- Overview of Immunology
- Physiological Adaptation to Pregnancy
- Maternal Nutrition and Health
- Physiology of Parturition
- The Puerperium
- The Transition to Neonatal Life
- Lactation and Infant Nutrition
Glossary
Preregistration midwifery students, midwives ‘returning to practice’ or undertaking post-graduate study.
The anatomy and physiology for midwives textbook is invaluable for midwifery students completing anatomy and physiology as part of their degree. I am a midwifery lecturer and found the text to be easy to read and understand and will be adding this to our core reading list.
Good detail. Clear explanations.
Will be a recommendation as we have chosen Rankin (2017) as a core book
A good book, but it will only be supplementary for the students, since there are also good books in Swedish and Finnish that the students can read
This is a really well written resource.
This version is quite comprehensive and a very useful resource as a core reading textbook, providing excellent application to midwifery. I think students really benefit from the case studies and links to practice to develop their knowledge acquisition.
Excellent text for a student midwife - must have
Excellent text for a student midwife - must have
I like the structure and layout of this text. Really good use of case studies. Diagrams are clear and uncomplicated. Good summary of key points at the end of each chapter.
Very detailed, but easy to understand. An essential textbook for Anatomy and Physiology on midwifery training courses
I still this myself from time to time!
This is a good book that has been updated that outlines some brief anatomy and physiology. However, there are aspects that are required to be in greater depth for our course that are not included within this book.
I will be using this for my course, this book is great for general midwifery practice. I will also encourage student midwives to purchase it to support their learning throughout the programme.
Amazing book would recommend for maternity courses
Love this book, great for pathophysiology and anatomy and physiology modules. Easy to use, in-depth with good illustrations.
A brilliant updated version of the old standard. My right hand go-to book for all A and P requirements
slightly complex in places, but a good resource for students.
Anatomy and physiology for midwives is a great book.With my colleague we are thrilled to have this book as we are teaching embryology for midwives and finally we found a great source of information not only about embryology for midwives. The book has comprehensible illustrations, covers all the important topics and also has a lot of clinical correlations which help the students to see the theoretical subjects from a clinical point of view. For sure will recommend and add to the reading list.
Gives good physiological background to the understanding of changes in pregnancy
good book will be useful for al levels of midwifery
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A core resource that gives great depth and content. Excellent illustrations to support learning.
excellent resource
A must have as a core text book for anatomy and physiology.
Excellent book, easy to read and follow and a great base for undergraduate midwifery studies. Essential reading for A&P. It compliments further reading well.