Science in nursing and health care - Mr Mark Foss

Science in Nursing and Health Care provides students with an introduction to basic concepts of science in the context of clinical examples. It is aimed at students with little or no science background.Based on their own nursing experience, the authors believe that an understanding of scientific principles is essential for nurses who wish to provide the best patient care. This text is a thorough, accurate and engaging guide to the diverse areas of science that inform health care, with explanations given in a nursing context. For example, acids and bases are discussed in the context of the acid-base balance of the body and electromagnetic radiation in the context of diagnosis and treatment. *Comprehensive introduction to science concepts relevant to nursing and health issues and practice. *Ideal foundation for students going on to study anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, etc. who have little or no science background. *Unique interactive question and answer style text with 158 illustrations, chapter summaries and glossary. *Theory related throughout to nursing applications and examples.;*Boxed "practice points" and reflective questions help students reflect on their own experience. *Self-test questions and further study questions with references.