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The Biological Basis of Clinical Observations

The Biological Basis of Clinical Observations

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The Biological Basis of Clinical Observations is a comprehensive textbook that provides readers with the understanding needed to perform clinical observations, make accurate judgements about the patient's condition, and make good decisions concerning patient care. It explains the techniques involved in making clinical observations and the biological knowledge that gives them meaning, focusing on relevant anatomy and physiology, genetics and pharmacology, and the basic principles of care. An expanded chapter on pharmacology reflects the increased importance of this subject in the nursing curriculum.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 356 pages
Publication date: 05 December 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd


The fourth edition of The Biological Basis of Clinical Observations has been thoroughly updated to provide readers with the comprehensive understanding they need to perform clinical observations, make accurate assessments of patients' conditions, and make informed decisions about their care. This essential textbook serves as a valuable resource for safe and effective clinical practice, elucidating the techniques involved in making clinical observations while also providing the biological knowledge that gives them meaning.

For each topic covered, the book delves into the pathological basis for variations in observed results, focusing on relevant anatomy and physiology, genetics, and pharmacology. It also introduces the fundamental principles of care, ensuring that readers have a solid foundation for understanding and applying their knowledge in clinical settings.

A significant expansion in the chapter on pharmacology reflects the growing importance of this subject in the nursing curriculum. Topics discussed include temperature, cardiovascular observations, respiratory observations, urinary and bowel observations, neurological observations, nutrition, fluid balance, skin, pharmacology, and pregnancy.

The Biological Basis of Clinical Observations stands out as a unique text that seamlessly integrates explanations of essential procedures with the biological knowledge that underpins practice. It is an essential reading for all nursing and healthcare students preparing for clinical practice, providing them with the tools they need to excel in their roles and deliver high-quality care to patients.

Weight: 744g
Dimension: 173 x 247 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032484402
Edition number: 4 ed

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