Strelkauskas' Microbiology A Clinical Approach

As with the much-praised prior editions, the third edition of Strelkauskas' Microbiology: A Clinical Approach remains a comprehensive introductory textbook written specifically for pre-nursing, nursing and allied health students. Clinically relevant throughout, it uses the theme of infection as its foundation, fitting closely with the 'One Health' approach that is considered increasingly central to the effective control of zoonoses and to combatting antimicrobial resistance. The third edition has been thoroughly revised and updated to reflect the latest developments, including the emergence of the SARS-CoV-2 virus and associated COVID-19 pandemic. The book is accompanied by a robust instructor ancillary package that allows educators to incorporate readily the book’s unique approach into their lectures and includes additional materials for students to supplement classroom learning and encourage and support study and self-reflection. Key Features: Student-focused, with all elements carefully designed to help students engage with and understand difficult concepts and to spark and hold interest Dedicated learning skill section introduces practical strategies for improving comprehension and retention Numerous text features further support learning and teaching, including chapter overviews, fast facts, case studies and human stories, and ‘why is this important?’ highlights A variety of question-and-answer types for self-testing and reflection to support and assess basic learning, to challenge students to integrate important concepts and ask students to apply what they have just learned to a specific clinical setting or problem All supported by a comprehensive suite of online resources including lecturer support material and, for students, interactive questions, lecture notes, MicroMovies and the BugParade The book is an excellent resource to guide and support inter-professional education in the health sciences and an ideal entry-point to the subject for anyone coming from another discipline and invaluable supplementary reading for medical, microbiology and biomedical science students.

Preface Acknowledgments Instructor and Student Resources Learning Skills Part I. Foundations 1. What Is Microbiology and Why Does It Matter? 2. Fundamental Chemistry for Microbiology 3. Essentials of Metabolism 4. An Introduction to Cell Structure and Host–Pathogen Relationships Part II. Disease Mechanisms 5. Requirements for Infection 6. Transmission of Infection, the Compromised Host, Epidemiology, and Diagnosing Infections 7. Principles of Disease 8. Emerging and Re-Emerging Infectious Diseases Part III. Characteristics of Disease-Causing Microorganisms 9. The Clinical Significance of Bacterial Anatomy 10. Bacterial Growth 11. Microbial Genetics and Infectious Disease 12. The Structure and Infection Cycle of Viruses 13. Viral Infection 14. Parasitic and Fungal Infections Part IV. Host Defense 15. The Innate Immune Response 16. The Adaptive Immune Response 17. Failures of the Immune Response Part V. Control and Treatment 18. Control of Microbial Growth 19. Antibiotics and Antimicrobial Drugs 20. Antibiotic Resistance Part VI. Microbial Infections 21. Infections of the Respiratory System 22. Infections of the Digestive System 23. Infections of the Genitourinary System 24. Infections of the Central Nervous System 25. Infections of the Blood and Lymph 26. Infections of the Skin and Eyes Epilogue Multiple Choice Answers Glossary Pathogen List Figure Acknowledgments Index

Dr Beatrix Fahnert is a microbiologist, educator and Associate Professor, School of Life and Environmental Sciences, University of Lincoln, UK. Professor Phoebe Lostroh is a molecular microbiologist whose research has focused on bacterial "sex." She has recruited a diverse team of undergraduate researchers at Colorado College where she has won multiple awards, such as the Theodore Roosevelt Collins Outstanding Faculty award for teaching, mentoring, and advising students of color and first-generation students. Her research has been supported by the NSF (2009-2018), NIH (1994-2003), and the Keck foundation (2001-2003). She's a volunteer comedienne with Science Riot, which brings science to the public through stand-up routines, and is the lead singer on Rejoice! an album of songs for activists.