Nurse Key

Chapter 2Genetics Peter S. Vickers Aim To introduce the student to the fascinating and very important subject of genetics, so that a knowledge of genetics will enable them to understand…

Chapter 16Disorders of the skin Liz Gormley‐Fleming Aim This chapter provides an overview of the anatomy and physiology of the skin. The chapter introduces the reader to altered pathophysiology and…

Chapter 14Disorders of the reproductive systems Michele O’Grady Aim This chapter provides understanding and insight into disordered pathophysiology of male and female reproductive systems. Developing understanding and insight will help…

Chapter 4Homeostasis Mary Brady Aim The aim of this chapter is to help you to further develop and apply your understanding of homeostatic mechanisms within the body related to children…

Chapter 7Pain and pain management Helen Monks, Kate Heaton‐Morley and Sarah McDonald Aim This chapter provides an overview of mechanisms of pain and pain management. There is an emphasis on…

Chapter 3Cancer Tanya Urquhart‐Kelly Aim The aim of this chapter is to introduce the reader to the basic principles that are associated with cancer; understanding these principles can help the…

Chapter 10Disorders of the respiratory system Elizabeth Mills, Rosemary Court and Susan Fidment Aim To understand the pathophysiology of the respiratory system during an acute illness phase, and the care…

Chapter 8Disorders of the nervous system Petra Brown Aim The aim of this chapter is to provide the reader with an overview of the nervous system, and an understanding of…

Chapter 6Shock Usha Chandran Aim The aim of this chapter is to offer an introduction to shock, which can develop into a life‐threatening condition. The chapter considers pathophysiological changes and…

Chapter 11Disorders of the endocrine system Julia Petty Aim The aim of this chapter is to offer a brief overview of the anatomy and physiology of the endocrine system. Altered…