Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology for Nursing Practice
- Neal Cook - University of Ulster, UK
- Andrea Shepherd - University of Ulster, UK
The essential guide to anatomy and physiology for nursing students!
A must read for nursing students, this third edition explores all aspects of anatomy and physiology through an inclusive person-centred lens. Here’s what sets this book apart:
- Focused Content: Easy to read with complex terminology clearly explained, the book introduces the systems and functions of the body, building your knowledge chapter by chapter.
- Four stage learning journey: Structured in four logical steps, the book helps you to UNDERSTAND the fundamentals of anatomy and physiology, APPLY it to practice, GO DEEPER into the science and REVISE through self-testing.
- Person-Centred Case Study Companion: Meet the Bodie family, a case study that runs through the book, illustrating how anatomy and physiology applies to real-life compassionate and inclusive nursing practice.
- Visual Learning: Dive into a highly visual design, packed with colourful illustrations and helpful video links.
Supplements
This book is a comprehensive view of anatomy and physiology through the lens of person centred care.
The book is organised in to parts with chapters of related systems, taught by video, guided by LO, colour diagrams, and key points. The reader is challenged by activities, and more stretching deeper activities. The student has the opportunity to branch out their learning with a selected reading list, followed by chapter based revision section, questions with answers and supplementary digital resources videos including MCQ, flash cards and glossary of audio pronunciations which will help meet SpLD needs.
It is up to date evidence of anatomy and physiology
I love that it has the physiology of how mental health conditions can affect the body