Principles of Science for Nurses

Joyce James (Author), Colin Baker (Author), Helen Swain (Author)

9780632057696, Wiley

Paperback / softback, published 6 June 2002

270 pages
24.6 x 19 x 1.4 cm, 0.662 kg

This very basic textbook aims to provide nursing students with the essential bioscience they will need to complete their Common Foundation Programme.

The book will explore the relevant basic scientific principles, apply these principles to clinical situations and then ask review questions. For anyone who has not studied science before this will be an excellent introduction to the key concepts of chemistry, physics and biology, as applied to nursing.

Preface
Introduction
Chapter One: Atoms
Chapter Two: Water and electrolyte balance
Chapter Three: Acids and bases
Chapter Four: Biomolecules
Chapter Five: Cells
Chapter Six: Genetics
Chapter Seven: Microorganisms
Chapter Eight: Immunology
Chapter Nine: Fluids, liquids and gases
Chapter Ten: Nutrition and metabolism
Chapter Eleven: Energy - Electromagnetic radiation
Chapter Twelve: Temperature and Heat
Chapter Thirteen: Forces and mechanics
Chapter Fourteen: Electricity
Periodic table of the elements
Glossary
Answers
Index

Subject Areas: Nursing & ancillary services [MQ]