Product Description

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

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #256300 in Books
• Published on: 2005-11-09
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 456 pages

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
Dr. Jane Coad, EIHMS, University of Surrey, UK; Dr. Melvyn Dunstall, EIHMS, University of Surrey, UK

Customer Reviews

Thorough, Easy to Understand
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.

nurse-midwifery student
I found this text to be overpriced for a generally uninformative book. If you have had to take A&P at any point in time in your life you will recall more information than this text can provide. I did not find it useful and wish that I would have simply trusted my old A&P texts. An A&P coloring book or anything would have been more helpful. The text is however nice in the fact that it is directed to mid-level practitioners. Don't waist your money.

Anatomy and Physiology for Midwives
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!!!