Microbiology for Nurses 1st Edition by V Deepa Parvathi ISBN 9332525277 9789332525276

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ISBN 10: 9332525277 
ISBN 13: 9789332525276
Author: V Deepa Parvathi

Microbiology for Nurses approaches, in a systematic way, the pathogenic activities of a wide range of microorganisms and their indications on the human body. Designed to fully address the needs of nursing students taking up a curriculum on microbiology, the book conforms to the syllabus prescribed by the Indian Nursing Council. With ample review questions and multiple choice questions to enable easy recapitulation and vibrant color illustrations to appeal to the visual learner, this book presents the theoretical concepts of the subject from a professional nursing perspective.

Microbiology for Nurses 1st Table of contents:

Section 1: Introduction to Microbiology

1. Introduction to Microbiology

   • Overview of Microbiology and Its Importance in Healthcare
   • The Role of Microbes in Health and Disease

2. Basic Principles of Microbiology

   • Classification of Microorganisms
   • The Structure and Function of Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells

3. The Development of Microbiology

   • Historical Development of the Field
   • Pioneers in Microbiology

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Section 2: Microbial Classification and Characteristics

4. Bacteria: Structure and Function

   • Characteristics of Bacteria
   • Bacterial Growth and Reproduction

5. Viruses: Structure and Function

   • The Structure of Viruses
   • Virus Replication and Pathogenesis

6. Fungi and Parasites

   • Fungal Structure and Classification
   • Parasitic Diseases and Their Impact on Health

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Section 3: Microbial Pathogenesis and Immunology

7. Infection and Disease

   • The Mechanisms of Infection and Disease Development
   • Host-Microbe Interactions

8. The Immune System

   • Innate and Adaptive Immunity
   • Immunological Defenses Against Infection

9. The Pathogenesis of Common Infectious Diseases

   • How Microorganisms Cause Disease
   • Virulence Factors and Host Response

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Section 4: Infections in Different Body Systems

10. Infections of the Respiratory System

    • Upper and Lower Respiratory Infections
    • Clinical Presentation and Treatment

11. Infections of the Gastrointestinal System

    • Diarrheal Diseases and Foodborne Infections
    • Common Gastrointestinal Pathogens

12. Infections of the Urinary Tract

    • Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)
    • Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Management

13. Infections of the Skin, Soft Tissues, and Bones

    • Common Skin and Soft Tissue Infections
    • Bone and Joint Infections

14. Infections of the Nervous System

    • Meningitis, Encephalitis, and Other Neurological Infections
    • Pathogens and Clinical Management

15. Infections of the Cardiovascular System

    • Endocarditis, Sepsis, and Blood Infections

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Section 5: Diagnostic Microbiology and Infection Control

16. Diagnostic Techniques in Microbiology

    • Methods for Identifying Pathogens
    • Laboratory Techniques in Microbial Diagnosis

17. Infection Control and Prevention

    • Principles of Infection Control in Healthcare
    • Antiseptic, Disinfection, and Sterilization Practices

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Section 6: Anti-Infective Agents

18. Antibiotics and Other Anti-Infective Agents

    • Classification of Antimicrobials
    • Mechanisms of Action and Resistance

19. Vaccines and Immunization

    • The Role of Vaccination in Preventing Infection
    • Types of Vaccines and Their Uses

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