Anatomy and Physiology: An introduction for nursing and healthcare

Product Description

This accessible anatomy and physiology text covers the essentials of anatomy and physiology required by the curriculum for South Africa’s core nursing programmes. Its user-friendly design and layout assist in making a complex subject more manageable. Written in an engaging style, the book helps readers to:

• learn the language of anatomy and physiology by explaining new terms clearly in the text and in a comprehensive glossary

• understand the key anatomical structures and physiological functions

• appreciate what happens during disease, with boxes throughout to highlight the clinical relevance, and more detailed explanations of chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, obesity, and cancer

• apply this knowledge in healthcare contexts