Ian Peate

Adapted from: Medical-surgical nursing: critical thinking in client care / [edited by] Priscilla LeMone, Karen Burke. 4th ed. c2008.

When healthcare professionals are equipped with the knowledge and tools needed to effectively address men’s health issues, the result is improved health outcomes for men, boys, women, families, and communities. Filling a gap in the current medical education literature, Men's Health: An Introductory Text, by Professor Ian Peate, is an essential resource for improving clinical practice, promoting preventive care, addressing health inequalities, and supporting holistic care for men. Abundant pedagogical features, full-color illustrations, and a focus on applying theory to practice make this up-to-date text ideal for undergraduate and postgraduate students, social workers, nurses, allied health care professionals, and all others who work, or will work, with men in the health care field. Focuses on preventive care for men, discussing what it is that makes men ill, including medical and lifestyle factors Reviews male anatomy and physiology, provides an overview of common concerns in men’s health, and discusses the inequity in men’s health outcomes for many physical and mental health conditions, including complex reasons for the life expectancy gap between men and women Covers non-communicable diseases such as heart disease, certain cancers, type 2 diabetes, and obesity Contains student-friendly features such as case studies and clinical scenarios; care-specific boxes; legal, ethical, and professional information; public health promotion; investigations and procedures; and more Offers extensive coverage of men’s mental health issues and outcomes, including a nuanced approach to care that acknowledges ways in which men may present and cope with health issues differently from women Addresses key topics such as biomedical and sociobiological issues, underlying causes of poor health outcomes for men and boys, health inequality and social determinants at individual and population levels, the use of digital technologies to enhance care, and more Explores the unique health needs of specific populations, including LGBTQ+ individuals, men from diverse cultural backgrounds, men across the age continuum, homelessness, and men who are under the supervision of the parole/criminal justice system An eBook version is included with purchase. The eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud

PEATE’S BODY SYSTEMS THE NERVOUS SYSTEM A CONCISE, ILLUSTRATED, AND ACCESSIBLE GUIDE TO THE NERVOUS SYSTEM Each of the twelve volumes in Peate’s Body Systems series is rooted in the belief that a deep and thorough understanding of the human body is essential for providing the highest standard of care. Offering clear, accessible and up-to-date information on different body systems, this series bridges the gap between complex scientific concepts and practical, everyday applications in health and care settings. This series makes for an invaluable resource for those committed to understanding the intricacies of human biology, physiology and the various systems that sustain life. The Nervous System is the perfect companion for students and newly registered practitioners across nursing and allied health fields with an interest in neurological care, providing a comprehensive yet easy-to-digest guide for both academic and clinical application. Equips healthcare students and practitioners with the necessary information to provide safe and competent care Features colourful illustrations to aid comprehension, clarify complicated concepts, and render content more engaging and accessible Empowers readers to adapt to a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, preparing them for the future of healthcare delivery Contains information necessary for effective patient care of those with stroke, dementia, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), and other diseases and conditions of the nervous system

PEATE’S BODY SYSTEMS THE EYES A CONCISE, ILLUSTRATED, AND ACCESSIBLE GUIDE TO THE EYES Each of the twelve volumes in Peate’s Body Systems series is rooted in the belief that a deep and thorough understanding of the human body is essential for providing the highest standard of care. Offering clear, accessible and up-to-date information on different body systems, this series bridges the gap between complex scientific concepts and practical, everyday applications in health and care settings. This series makes for an invaluable resource for those committed to understanding the intricacies of human biology, physiology and the various systems that sustain life. The Eyes is the perfect companion for students and newly registered practitioners across nursing and allied health fields with an interest in eye care, providing a comprehensive yet easy-to-digest guide for both academic and clinical application. Equips healthcare students and practitioners with the necessary information to provide safe and competent careFeatures colourful illustrations to aid comprehension, clarify complicated concepts, and render content more engaging and accessibleEmpowers readers to adapt to a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, preparing them for the future of healthcare deliveryContains information necessary for effective patient care of those with glaucoma, cataract, macular degeneration, and other eye diseases and conditions

PEATE’S BODY SYSTEMS EAR, NOSE AND THROAT A CONCISE, ILLUSTRATED, AND ACCESSIBLE GUIDE TO THE EAR, NOSE AND THROAT Each of the twelve volumes in Peate’s Body Systems series is rooted in the belief that a deep and thorough understanding of the human body is essential for providing the highest standard of care. Offering clear, accessible and up-to-date information on different body systems, this series bridges the gap between complex scientific concepts and practical, everyday applications in health and care settings. This series makes for an invaluable resource for those committed to understanding the intricacies of human biology, physiology and the various systems that sustain life. Ear, Nose and Throat is the perfect companion for students and newly registered practitioners across nursing and allied health fields with an interest in Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) care, providing a comprehensive yet easy-to-digest guide for both academic and clinical application. Equips healthcare students and practitioners with the necessary information to provide safe and competent careFeatures colourful illustrations to aid comprehension, clarify complicated concepts, and render content more engaging and accessibleEmpowers readers to adapt to a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, preparing them for the future of healthcare deliveryContains information necessary for effective patient care of those with tinnitus, Ménière’s disease, sinusitis, and other ENT diseases and conditions

PEATE'S BODY SYSTEMSTHE ENDOCRINE SYSTEM A CONCISE, ILLUSTRATED, AND ACCESSIBLE GUIDE TO THE ENDOCRINE SYSTEM Each of the twelve volumes in Peate’s Body Systems series is rooted in the belief that a deep and thorough understanding of the human body is essential for providing the highest standard of care. Offering clear, accessible and up-to-date information on different body systems, this series bridges the gap between complex scientific concepts and practical, everyday applications in health and care settings. This series makes for an invaluable resource for those committed to understanding the intricacies of human biology, physiology and the various systems that sustain life. The Endocrine System is the perfect companion for students and newly registered practitioners across nursing and allied health fields with an interest in endocrinology, providing a comprehensive yet easy-to-digest guide for both academic and clinical application. Equips healthcare students and practitioners with the necessary information to provide safe and competent careFeatures colourful illustrations to aid comprehension, clarify complicated concepts, and render content more engaging and accessibleEmpowers readers to adapt to a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, preparing them for the future of healthcare deliveryContains information necessary for effective patient care of those with hyper- and hypothyroidism, diabetes, and other diseases and conditions affecting the endocrine system