The Anatomy and Physiology Textbook for Midwives

ISBN : 9781032130842

Author : Jane Carpenter

Publisher : Routledge

Year : 2025

Language : English

Type : Book

Description : This textbook follows the journey from preconception to the puerperium. Divided into six parts, it begins with foundational material before moving onto reproduction, embryology and fetal development. The central sections of the book consider maternal changes and adaptations during pregnancy, the intrapartum period, and the puerperium and transition from fetal to neonatal life. The book finishes with a section looking at lactation. Containing numerous full colour illustrations, each chapter includes 'Application to practice 'boxes, 'challenge' sections and 'interrupters' to help you consolidate your learning. The text is accompanied by a downloadable interactive workbook to complete as you read.

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