{"product_id":"the-biological-basis-of-clinical-observations-9781138309968","title":"The Biological Basis of Clinical Observations","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccurate clinical observations are fundamental to competent and safe healthcare practice. \u003ci\u003eThe Biological Basis of Clinical Observations\u003c\/i\u003e gives readers the understanding needed to perform clinical observations accurately, make accurate judgements about the patient's condition and make accurate decisions concerning patient care. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis useful textbook integrates clear explanations of the techniques involved in making clinical observations, alongside the biological knowledge which gives them meaning. For each topic, it explains the pathological basis for variations in observed results, focusing on relevant anatomy and physiology, genetics and pharmacology, and the basic principles of care. In addition to new chapters on blood tests and pregnancy, the text has been updated throughout. It now incorporates increased coverage of paediatrics, movement and the musculo-skeletal system, the lymphatic system, pregnancy, diabetes, homeostasis and infection, among other areas. \u0026lt;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 1. Temperature\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 2. Cardiovascular observations (I): the pulse and electrocardiogram (ECG)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 3. Cardiovascular observations (II): blood pressure\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 4. Cardiovascular observations (III): Blood tests\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 5. Respiratory observations\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 6. Fluid Balance\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 7. Nutrition\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 8. Elimination (I): urinary observations\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 9. Elimination (II): digestive observations\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 10. Skin\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 11. Neurological observations (I): consciousness\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 12. Pain\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 13. Neurological observations (II): eyes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 14. Neurological observations (IV): movement\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 15. Drug side effects, interactions and allergies\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 16. Physiological changes occurring in pregnancy\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylor \u0026 Francis Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51019478204759,"sku":"9781138309968","price":31.34,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781138309968.jpg?v=1750780390","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/the-biological-basis-of-clinical-observations-9781138309968","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}