Systems of life

Having a good knowledge of how the body works in health is essential to understanding disease processes and appreciating how they affect patients.

To help you to stay up to date, we have developed an extensive range of illustrated series in this Systems of Life clinical zone. Each series aims to provide an in-depth overview of the body’s different systems ranging from the skin to the gastrointestinal tract. We have included series exploring the effects of immobility on the different systems of the body, and the anatomy and physiology of normal ageing which is essential knowledge for anyone involved in caring for older people.

Each month a new article is added and you can select from these resources to:
• Revise anatomy and physiology prior to examinations
• Support student and newly qualified nurses to learn in clinical practice
• Refresh and update your knowledge

Lastest from Systems of Life: Pregnancy

Pregnancy 1: effects on haematological and cardiovascular systems

Pregnancy 2: effects on the respiratory and urinary systems

Pregnancy 3: effects on the musculoskeletal system and skin

Pregnancy 4: effects on the digestive, lymphatic and immune systems

Pregnancy 5: effects on the endocrine, nervous and reproductive systems

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