Mosby's Pathophysiology Memory NoteCards; Visual, Mnemonic, and Memory Aids for Nurses

by Zerwekh

• ISBN13: 9780323037266
• ISBN10: 0323037267
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2006-04-15
• Publisher: Mosby

Summary

Illustrated and in full color, this collection of spiral-bound cards covers important pathophysiology concepts using humor, cartoons, and mnemonics. These cards use a variety of learning techniques to encourage retention and understanding of pathophysiology, and are a useful aid for reviewing and studying throughout nursing school and for the NCLEX examination. This study tool is convenient and easy to use, whether the reader wants to use it as a spiral-bound notebook or as individual flashcards. Full-color illustrated mnemonics cover 96 key pathophysiology concepts. Topics are listed alphabetically for quick reference. Cards are spiral-bound at top with bulky, substantial paper for durability as well as portability. Perforated pages allows for changing the format to flashcards for studying purposes. Tabs include a different color for each topic for easy referral. Concise What You Need to Know information highlights key information. Colored highlights in the What You Need to Know sections outline important information: Serious Life Threatening Implications are pink; Common Clinical Findings are blue; Important Nursing Implications are yellow; Patient Teaching information is green.

Table of Contents

Cellular Metabolism	1	(192)
Cellular Metabolism	1	(2)
Genetics
Elements of Genetics	3	(2)
Autosomal Dominant and Recessive	5	(2)
X-linked Inheritance	7	(2)
Body's Self-Defense
Mechanism of Immunity	9	(2)
Characteristics of the Immune Response	11	(2)
Immunity	13	(2)
Inflammation	15	(2)
Stress Response	17	(2)
Cellular Proliferation
Oncogenes	19	(2)
Carcinogenesis	21	(2)
Metastasis	23	(2)
Pulmonary System
Common Symptoms of Pulmonary Problems	25	(2)
Alveolar-Capillary Gas Exchange	27	(2)
Dyspnea	29	(2)
Hypercapnia	31	(2)
Hypoxemia	33	(2)
Carbon Dioxide Narcosis	35	(2)
Oxygen Toxicity	37	(2)
Cor Pulmonale	39	(2)
Cardiovascular System
Common Symptoms of Cardiac Problems	41	(2)
Cardiac Output	43	(2)
Atherosclerosis	45	(2)
Hypertension	47	(2)
Cardiac Ischemia	49	(2)
Heart Failure	51	(2)
Valvular Dysfunction	53	(2)
Cardiac Conduction System	55	(2)
Peripheral Arterial Disease	57	(2)
Congenital Heart Defects	59	(2)
Cardiac Tamponade	61	(2)
Hematologic System
Common Hematologic Problems	63	(2)
Blood Components	65	(2)
Blood Cells	67	(2)
ABO Blood Grouping and Rh Factor	69	(2)
Clotting Mechanism	71	(2)
Abnormal White Blood Cell (WBC) Production	73	(2)
The Endocrine System
Negative Feedback Control of Hormones	75	(2)
Factors That Influence Insulin Production	77	(2)
Somogyi Effect	79	(2)
Dawn Phenomenon	81	(2)
Cushing's Syndrome	83	(2)
Addison's Disease	85	(2)
Aging and Endocrine System Function	87	(2)
Musculoskeletal System
Common Clues to Musculoskeletal Woes	89	(2)
Types of Fractures	91	(2)
Joint Movement	93	(2)
Inflammatory Joint Disease	95	(2)
Joint Degeneration --- Osteoarthritis	97	(2)
Congenital Musculoskeletal Defects and Deformities	99	(2)
Aging and Musculoskeletal System Function	101	(2)
Sensory System
Alterations in Ocular Movements --- Visual Dysfunction	103	(2)
Alterations in Visual Acuity	105	(2)
Alterations in Refraction	107	(2)
Normal Ear	109	(2)
Hearing Loss	111	(2)
Ear Infections	113	(2)
Nervous System
Problems in the CNS	115	(2)
Pain	117	(2)
Blood-Brain Barrier	119	(2)
Cranial Nerves	121	(2)
Brain Hemisphere Function	123	(2)
Seizures	125	(2)
CNS Trauma (Coup and Contrecoup)	127	(2)
CNS Inflammation and Infection	129	(2)
CNS Degenerative Diseases	131	(2)
Gastrointestinal System
Intake and Output	133	(2)
Gastrointestinal Bleeding	135	(2)
Gastrointestinal Distention	137	(2)
Fecal Characteristics	139	(2)
Digestion and Absorption	141	(2)
Malabsorption	143	(2)
Elimination	145	(2)
Obstructions in the Gastrointestinal System	147	(2)
Heipatic and Biliary Systems
Common Symptoms of Hepatic and Biliary Problems	149	(2)
Bilirubin Metabolism	151	(2)
Hepatitis	153	(2)
Renal and Urologic System
Alterations in Renal and Urinary Function	155	(2)
Renal Function---Renin-Angiotensin	157	(2)
Glomerular Filtration	159	(2)
Glomerulonephritis	161	(2)
Aging and Renal Function	163	(2)
Reproductive System
Menstrual Alterations	165	(2)
Disorders of the Penis and Scrotum	167	(2)
Puberty	169	(2)
Menstrual Cycle	171	(2)
Infertility	173	(2)
Menopause	175	(2)
Sexually Transmitted Infections	177	(2)
Integumentary System
Primary Skin Lesions	179	(2)
Secondary Skin Lesions	181	(2)
Burn Wound Depth	183	(2)
Aging and Skin Changes	185	(2)
Multi-System Problems
Cardiogenic Shock	187	(2)
Hypovolemic Shock	189	(2)
Neurogenic Shock	191	(2)
Index	193