Description
Book SynopsisAs with the much-praised prior editions, the third edition of Strelkauskas'' Microbiology: A Clinical Approach remains a comprehensive introductory textbook written specifically for pre-nursing, nursing and allied health students. Clinically relevant throughout, it uses the theme of infection as its foundation, fitting closely with the ''One Health'' approach that is considered increasingly central to the effective control of zoonoses and to combatting antimicrobial resistance. The third edition has been thoroughly revised and updated to reflect the latest developments, including the emergence of the SARS-CoV-2 virus and associated COVID-19 pandemic. The book is accompanied by a robust instructor ancillary package that allows educators to incorporate readily the book's unique approach into their lectures and includes additional materials for students to supplement classroom learning and encourage and support study and self-reflection.
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Trade Review
"The easily navigable chapters are enriched with outstanding illustrations and informative tables, and finished with salient summary points. In fact, the learning aids presented far exceeded my expectations for a textbook!.The opening pages of the book contain a wealth of guidance on how to use these features, with further complimentary resources available on-line and in the form of accompanying software for those who wish to apply for them!.it is an interesting book that has been well researched and the format makes it fun to read." Microbiology Today, June 2010
Table of Contents
Preface. Acknowledgments. Instructor and Student Resources. Learning Skills. Foundations. What Is Microbiology and Why Does It Matter? Fundamental Chemistry for Microbiology. Essentials of Metabolism. An Introduction to Cell Structure and Host–Pathogen Relationships. Disease Mechanisms. Requirements for Infection. Transmission of Infection, the Compromised Host, Epidemiology, and Diagnosing Infections. Principles of Disease. Emerging and Re-Emerging Infectious Diseases. Characteristics of Disease-Causing Microorganisms. The Clinical Significance of Bacterial Anatomy. Bacterial Growth. Microbial Genetics and Infectious Disease. The Structure and Infection Cycle of Viruses. Viral Infection. Parasitic and Fungal Infections. Host Defense. The Innate Immune Response. The Adaptive Immune Response. Failures of the Immune Response. Control and Treatment. Control of Microbial Growth. Antibiotics and Antimicrobial Drugs. Antibiotic Resistance. Microbial Infections. Infections of the Respiratory System. Infections of the Digestive System. Infections of the Genitourinary System. Infections of the Central Nervous System. Infections of the Blood and Lymph. Infections of the Skin and Eyes. Epilogue. Multiple Choice Answers. Glossary. Pathogen List. Figure Acknowledgments. Index.
