Title Page -- Copyright Page -- Contents -- Preface -- Abbreviations -- Acknowledgements -- How to use your revision guide -- About the companion website -- Part 1 Foundations -- Chapter 1 The genome -- Genetics -- The double helix of DNA -- RNA -- Nucleotides -- Bases -- Chromosomes -- Protein synthesis -- Gene transference -- Chapter 2 Homeostatic mechanisms -- Homeostasis -- Feedback mechanisms -- Negative feedback -- Positive feedback -- Chapter 3 Fluid compartments -- Total body water -- Fluid regulation -- Chapter 4 Cells and organelles -- Cells -- Cell membrane -- Mitochondria. rnEndoplasmic reticulum -- Nucleus -- Cytoplasm -- Lipid bilayer -- Membrane proteins -- Functions of the plasma membrane -- Chapter 5 Transport systems -- Osmosis -- Diffusion -- Facilitated diffusion -- Active transport -- Endocytosis and exocytosis -- Chapter 6 Blood -- Blood -- Formation of blood cells -- RBC -- WBC -- Platelets -- Blood plasma -- Chapter 7 Inflammation and immunity -- Immune system -- Types of immunity -- Chapter 8 Tissues -- Tissues -- Epithelial tissue -- Nervous tissue -- Connective tissue -- Muscle tissue -- Part 2 The nervous system -- Chapter 9 The brain and nerves. rnBrain -- Neuron -- Cranial nerves -- Chapter 10 Structures of the brain -- Structures of the brain -- Cerebrum -- Diencephalon -- Brain stem -- Cerebellum -- Limbic system -- Ventricles of the brain -- Cerebrospinal fluid -- Chapter 11 The spinal cord -- Spinal cord -- Spinal cord sections -- Functions of the spinal cord -- Reflex actions -- Spinal nerves -- Chapter 12 The blood supply -- Circle of Willis -- Function of the circle of Willis -- Blood-brain barrier (BBB) -- Function of BBB -- Chapter 13 The autonomic nervous system -- ANS -- Sympathetic nervous system. rnParasympathetic nervous system -- Autonomic control by the CNS -- Autonomic reflexes -- Chapter 14 Peripheral nervous system -- PNS -- Peripheral nervous system connections -- Sensory division -- Motor division -- Part 3 The heart and vascular system -- Chapter 15 The heart -- Heart -- Walls of the heart -- Chambers of the heart -- Valves of the heart -- Blood vessels of the heart -- Chapter 16 Blood flow through the heart -- Blood flow -- Pulmonary circulation -- Systemic circulation -- Coronary circulation -- Coronary arteries -- Coronary veins -- Chapter 17 The conducting system. rnCardiac conduction -- SA node -- AV node -- Bundle of His -- Left and right bundle branches -- Purkinje fibres -- Cardiac cycle -- Chapter 18 Nerve supply to the heart -- Autonomic nervous system -- Chemical regulation of the heart -- Baroreceptors -- Other factors in heart regulation -- Chapter 19 Structure of the blood vessels -- Blood vessels -- Structure -- Arteries -- Veins -- Capillaries -- Chapter 20 Blood pressure -- What is blood pressure? -- Physiological factors -- Control of blood pressure -- Taking blood pressure -- Chapter 21 Lymphatic circulation -- Lymphatic system.rnrnAnatomy and Physiology for Nurses at a Glance is the perfect companion for study and revision for pre-registration nursing and healthcare students, from the publishers of the market-leading at a Glance series. Combining superb illustrations with accessible and informative text, this book covers all the body systems and key concepts encountered from the start of the pre-registration nursing or healthcare programme, and is ideal for anyone looking for an overview of the human body. Providing a concise, visual overview of anatomy and physiology and the related biological sciences, this book will help students develop practical skills, enabling them to become caring, kind and compassionate nurses. Superbly illustrated, with full colour illustrations throughout Breaks down complex concepts in an accessible way Written specifically for nursing and healthcare students with all the information they need Includes access to a companion website with self-assessment questions for each chapter Available in a range of digital formats- perfect for 'on the go' study and revision.rn