Physiology for nursing practice. [edited by] Susan M. Hinchliff, Susan E. Montague, Roger Watson.

Previous ed.: 1988.

Includes index.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Classification of joints--The pathophysiology of joint dysfunction--A summary of problems: a rationale for nursing care--Section 4: The Blood:- Appearance, composition and major functions of blood--Plasma--Cellular components of blood--Haemostasis: the physiological arrest of bleeding--Defects of haemostasis--Blood groups--Blood transfusion--The blood in ageing--4.2 Cardiovascular function:- General description of the cardiovascular system--The heart--Basic principles of fluids: pressure, flow and resistance--The vascular system--Blood pressure in the cardiovascular system--Control and coordination of the vascular system--Illustrations of cardiovascular control--Ageing and the cardiovascular system--Assessment of the adequacy of the circulatory system--Section 5: The Acquisition of Nutrients and Removal of Waste:- Embryological development--The mouth--The oesophagus--Generalized structure of the gastrointestinal tract--Neural control of the gastrointestinal tract--The stomach--The small intestine--Absorption--The large intestine--5.2 The Liver:- Structure--Bile--Synthetic processes of the liver--Degradation reactions and excretory products--Parenchymal dysfunction--Investigation of the liver--Liver transplantation--Effects of ageing--5.3 Respiration:- The relationships between the structure and functions of the respiratory system--Ventilation of the lungs--Exchange of respiratory gases (diffusion)--Perfusion of the lungs--Transport of gases around the body--Control of ventilation--Respiration and the regulation of hydrogen ions--5.4 Renal Function:- Gross anatomy of the kidney--Renal function--The lower urinary tract--Section 6: Protection and Survival: 6.1 Innate Defences:- The skin as an organ of defence--Structure of the skin related to its functions--Nursing assessment of the skin--Pressure area cae: a rational basis for the prevention of pressure sores--Temperature regulation--The normal flora of the skin--General innate body defences against infection--Inflammation--Wound healing--6.2 Acquired Defences:- The nature if immunity--The development of the cell-mediated immune system--The development of the humoral immune system--The clonal theory--Antibodies and their mode of action--Mode of action of the cell-mediated immune system--Immunization--Hypersensitivity reactions--Autoimmune disease--Cancer surveillance and immunotherapy--Organ transplant--Immunological deficiency states--The lymphatic system--6.3 Reproduction:- The formation of gametes--The determination of the sex of an individual--The functioning of the male reproductive system--The functioning of the female reproductive system--Puberty--The menopause--The physiology of sexual intercourse--Conception--Hormone changes during pregnancy--Parturition--The breasts and lactation--Clinical genetics.

Section 1.The Characteristics of Living Matter: 1.1 The Human Body: A Framework for Understanding:- The characteristics of living matter--The organization of the human body--Tissues: societies of cells--Organs and organ systems--Homeostasis--Anatomical organizationSI units in clinical practice-- 1.2 The Chemistry of Living Matter:-The composition of living matter--Atoms: the smallest components of elements--Solutes, solvents and solutions--Acids, bases and buffers--Chemical features of biologically important substances--Groups, bonds and reactions -- 1.3 Cell Structure and Function, Growth and Development:- Cell structure and function--Cell division: mitosis--Nucleic acids and protein synthesis--Growth, development and ageing-- Section 2: Control and Coordination: 2.1 Structure and Function of Nervous Tissue:-Organization of the nervous system--Components of nerve tissue--Structure of a nerve--The nerve impulse--Synaptic transmission--Synaptic integration--Reflexes -- 2.2 The Central Nervous System:- Embryological development of the central nervous system--The ventricular system of the brain--The meninges of the brain and the cerebrospinal fluid--Cerebral circulation--The spinal cord--Cranial nerves--The brain--Somatosensation--The central nervous system and motor control--States of consciousness--Motivation and emotion--Higher mental functions-- 2.3 Sensory Receptors and Sense Organs:-Classification of receptors--Properties of receptors--Sensory units--Information content of sensory signals--Somatosensation--Tactile receptors--Proprioceptors--Thermal receptors--Pain receptors--The somatosensory system--Pain--The motor system -- 2.4 The Special Senses:- The eye and vision--The ear and audition--The ear and balance--The chemical senses of gustation and olfaction -- 2.5 The Autonomic Nervous System:- Structure--Neurotransmitters--Functions--Afferent nerves and higher level control--Disorders--Sympathectomy--Drugs and the autonomic nervous system--The autonomic nervous system and stress -- 2.6 Endocrine Function:- Organization of the endocrine system--Control of metabolic rate--Control of glucose metabolism--Fluid and electrolyte balance--Control of calcium and phosphorus metabolism--Growth and development--Response to the external environment -- 2.7 Stress:- What is stress?--The physiological changes of stress--Stress as a causative factor in disease--Illness and treatment causing stress--Approaches to minimizing stress-- Section 3: Mobility and Support: 3.1 Skeletal Muscles:- Gross anatomy--Microanatomy--Muscle contraction--Disorders affecting skeletal muscle--Development of muscle -- 3.2 Bones:- Composition of bone--Architecture of bone--Embryological development of bone--Growth of bone--Remodelling of bone--Hormones and mineral homeostasis--Disorders affecting bone structure--Fractures -- 3.3 Joints:-Lever systems--

The second edition of this text has been designed to meet the physiological component throughout degree and diploma courses for nurses. It includes increased emphasis on disturbances to equilibrium and on aspects of growth, development and ageing.