Science in Nursing and Health Care

The basic scientific principles underlying health care become clear with this straightforward, engaging and applied book.

The authors of Science in Nursing and Health believe that in order to provide the best patient care, it’s necessary to understand the diverse areas of science that inform it. Written in a question and answer format, this book will show you how science concepts relate to nursing and health care. It’s packed with applications and real-life examples that show how relevant a good understanding of science is to your everyday practice.

Table of Contents

Expressing numbers and SI units

Homeostasis - keeping the body in balance

The physical world and basic chemistry

Water, electrolytes and body fluids

Acids, bases and pH balance

Pressure, fluids, gases and breathing

Biological molecules and food

Energy in the body

Heat and body temperature

Force, mechanics and biomechanics

Electricity, magnetism and medical equipment

Light and vision

Sound and hearing

Radiation in diagnosis and treatment

Genetics in health and illness

Microbiology

Glossary

Index