Maternal, Fetal, & Neonatal Physiology: A Clinical Perspective (Maternal Fetal and Neonatal Physiology)

By Susan Tucker Blackburn

Book Overview

800 pagesSolid coverage of the physiologic bases for assessment and therapeutic interventions make this an ideal resource for advanced practice.Unit One examines the physiologic foundations for the prenatal, intrapartum, and postpartum periods, including information on placental, myometrial, and lactation physiology.Units Two and Three each provide an in-depth study of physiologic adaptations and developmental physiology for major body systems or metabolic processes.Clinical applications relevant to patient care are linked to underlying scientific rationales, helping you provide the most effective care.Comprehensive tables and illustrations highlight important concepts and summarize key information.A new Fetal Assessment chapter reviews the physiology of fetal heart function and heart rate patterns, fetal response to hypoxia, and clinical implications for surveillance of the fetus during pregnancy, labor, and birth.International units of measure have been added to reflect global practice.The chapter on Physiologic Basis for Reproduction features expanded content on key areas such as endocrinology and an increased emphasis on clinical implications.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1416029443
• ISBN13: 9781416029441
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Saunders
• Length: 800 Pages
• Weight: 3.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 10.3" x 1.5" x 7.3"