Emmanuela Owusu
Women’s health and Nursing is packed with information about the female reproductive system, ovulation & menstruation, menopause, common gynaecological conditions and early pregnancy complications, including the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment. It includes information about gynaecological procedures and discusses medications used in early pregnancy and acute gynaecology. It also focuses on the nurse’s duties and gives an understanding of the important nursing skills and qualities in the field of early pregnancy and acute gynaecology and other nursing specialties.This practical book is designed to support nursing students through both their theoretical learning and clinical placements. It covers essential topics such as drug calculations, including conversions, formulas, and practice questions with explanations and step-by-step solutions to understand the reasoning behind the answer.This book also includes routes of medication administration, common medical abbreviations with explanations, anatomical terminology and much more. It includes useful nursing advice and tips. It will also be invaluable for adult nurses, nursing associates, midwives and other healthcare students, as well as those with an interest in women’s health and nursing.What topics are included?Female Reproductive SystemHuman Papillomavirus (HPV)Cervical screeningColposcopyVulval skin conditionsCauses of bleeding between periods and postmenopausal bleedingHysteroscopyMenopauseUrogynaecologyGynae-oncologyOvulation and MenstruationPolycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)EndometriosisFibroidsBartholin’s cystPelvic inflammatory diseaseEarly pregnancy and Acute gynaecologyHyperemesis gravidarumHuman Chorionic Gonadotrophin (hCG)Ectopic pregnancyRuptured ectopic pregnancyMolar pregnancyNursing skills and qualitiesNurse dutiesMedications for early pregnancy complications and gynaecological conditionsAntibioticsAnalgesics/opioids/ NSAIDsFurther reading and referencesAbout the authorIt includes a comprehensive list of sources/ references.
