The Female Reproductive System
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PEATE'S BODY SYSTEMS THE FEMALE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM
A CONCISE, ILLUSTRATED, AND ACCESSIBLE GUIDE TO THE FEMALE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM
Each of the twelve volumes in Peate's Body Systems series is rooted in the belief that a deep and thorough understanding of the human body is essential for providing the highest standard of care. Offering clear, accessible and up-to-date information on different body systems, this series bridges the gap between complex scientific concepts and practical, everyday applications in health and care settings. This series makes for an invaluable resource for those committed to understanding the intricacies of human biology, physiology and the various systems that sustain life.
The Female Reproductive System is the perfect companion for students and newly registered practitioners across nursing and allied health fields with an interest in female reproductive health, providing a comprehensive yet easy-to-digest guide for both academic and clinical application.
- Equips healthcare students and practitioners with the necessary information to provide safe and competent care
- Features colourful illustrations to aid comprehension, clarify complicated concepts, and render content more engaging and accessible
- Empowers readers to adapt to a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, preparing them for the future of healthcare delivery
- Contains information necessary for effective patient care of those with dysmenorrhoea, menopause, pelvic inflammatory disease, and other female reproductive diseases and conditions
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IAN PEATE is a Visiting Professor at Northumbria University, a Senior Clinical Fellow at the University of Hertfordshire, and a Professorial Fellow at the University of Roehampton. He is also the Editor-in-Chief of the British Journal of Nursing and the Consultant Editor of the Journal of Paramedic Practice and the International Journal of Advancing Practice.
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Acknowledgements x
1 Anatomy and Physiology: The Female Reproductive System 1
2 Assessment of the Female Reproductive System 15
3 Dysmenorrhoea 31
4 Menopause 50
5 Fibroids 68
6 Breast Cancer 85
7 Pelvic Inflammatory Disease 111
8 Chlamydia 130
MCQ Answers 148
Index 149
