Pathophysiology for the Health Professions [With CDROM]

Author:
Barbara E. Gould
Format:
Softcover

Out of stock

United Kingdom


Pathophysiology for the Health Professions [With CDROM] Out of stock

Short description

Completely updated, with a new companion CD-ROM bound into the back, Pathophysiology for the Health Professions continues to present the essential concepts of disease processes. Intentionally not meant to be inclusive, this popular text focuses on major disorders and other selected disorders to provide a concise, easy-to-understand introduction to the fundamentals. Understanding this basic information enables students to apply that knowledge to other disorders that will be encountered in subsequent courses and clinical practice.

Long description

Completely updated, with a new companion CD-ROM bound into the back, Pathophysiology for the Health Professions continues to present the essential concepts of disease processes. Intentionally not meant to be inclusive, this popular text focuses on major disorders and other selected disorders to provide a concise, easy-to-understand introduction to the fundamentals. Understanding this basic information enables students to apply that knowledge to other disorders that will be encountered in subsequent courses and clinical practice.

Product details

Publisher:
W.B. Saunders Company
ISBN:
9781416002109
Publication date:
March 2006
Length:
276mm
Width:
215mm
Thickness:
29mm
Weight:
1851g
Edition:
3rd Edition
Pages:
800
Illustrations:
Illustrated

Table of contents

  • Section I Basic Concepts of Disease Processes 1. Introduction to Pathophysiology 2. Inflammation and Healing 3. Immunity and Abnormal Responses 4. Infection 5. Neoplasm 6. Fluid, Electrolyte and Acid-Base Imbalances Section II The Effects of Altered Status/Growth and Development of Disease Process 7. Congenital and Genetic Disorders 8. Diseases Associated with Adolescence 9. The Relationship Between Pregnancy and Disease 10. Aging and Disease Processes 11. Effects of Immobility 12. The Influence of Stress 13. Pain 14. Substance Abuse 15. Environmental Hazards 16. Introduction to Basic Pharmacology and Selected Therapies Section III Pathophysiology of the Systems 17. Blood and Lymphatic Disorders 18. Cardiovascular Disorders 19. Respiratory Disorders 20. Digestive System Disorders 21. Urinary System Disorders 22. Acute Neurologic Disorders 23. Chronic Neurologic Disorders 24. Disorders of the Eye and Ear 25. Endocrine Disorders 26. Musculoskeletal Disorders 27. Skin Disorders 28. Reproductive System Disorders Appendices Ready Reference 1 Conversion Tables Ready Reference 2 Anatomic Terms Ready Reference 3 Common Abbreviations and Acronyms Ready Reference 4 Common Diagnostic Tests Ready Reference 5 Example of a Medical History New! Ready Reference 6 Disease Index New! Ready Reference 7 Drug Index New! Ready Reference 8 Additional Resources Glossary Index

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