Understanding Pathophysiology

by Huether, Sue E.

• ISBN13: 9780323049900
• ISBN10: 0323049907
• Edition: 4th
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2007-10-31
• Publisher: Elsevier Science Health Science div

Summary

This easy-to-read textbook provides you with the basic concepts of pathophysiology and the processes of specific diseases with the most accurate, up-to-date information on the treatments, manifestations, and mechanisms of disease. Understanding Pathophysiology, 4th Edition offers complete coverage in clear and concise detail with extensive full-color illustrations to make learning pathophysiology easy. Consistent presentation of each disease includes pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, and evaluation and treatment to make remembering and learning information easier. Extensive collection of over 950 full-color photographs and illustrations vividly illustrate normal anatomy and physiology, cellular mechanisms, disease processes, and clinical manifestations of disease. UNIQUE! Health Alert boxes discuss a broad range of topics from new research, diagnostic studies, preventative care, and more. UNIQUE! Quick Check questions at the end of major sections promote critical thinking to help you apply your knowledge to real-life situations. UNIQUE! Risk Factor boxes illustrate the risk factors associated with specific diseases. Pediatric content presented in nine separate chapters provides thorough coverage of how various disease processes specifically affect children. Special headings highlight aging content within adult chapters to help you address the specialized needs of older patients. Did you Understand? end-of-chapter summaries help you review the major concepts presented in each chapter. Disease pathways throughout illustrate normal and compensatory physiology and pathophysiology. Includes extensively updated content based on the most current research available. Approximately 50 new full-color drawings, as well as hundreds of improved illustrations, clarify concepts to make content more easily understandable. Over 50 new Health Alert boxes present the most current research available. Electronic Resources listed at the beginning of each chapter direct you to additional materials on the companion CD and Evolve site. A glossary of over 850 terms helps you learn the often-difficult terminology related to pathophysiology.

Table of Contents

Basic Concepts Of Pathophysiology

The Cell

Cellular Biology

Genes and Genetic Diseases

Altered Cellular and Tissue Biology

Fluids and Electrolytes, Acids and Bases

Mechanisms of Self-Defense

Innate Defenses: Inflammation

Adaptive Immunity

Hypersensitivities, Infection, and Immune Deficiencies

Stress and Disease

Cellular Proliferation: Cancer

Biology of Cancer and Tumor Spread

Cancer Epidemiology, Manifestations, and Treatment

Cancer in Children

Body Systems And Diseases

The Neurologic System

Structure and Function of the Neurologic System

Pain, Temperature, Sleep, and Sensory Function

Concepts of Neurologic Dysfunction

Alterations of Neurologic Function

Alterations of Neurologic Function in Children

The Endocrine System

Mechanisms of Hormonal Regulation

Alterations of Hormonal Regulation

The Hematologic System

Structure and Function of the Hematologic System

Alterations of Hematologic Function

Alterations of Hematologic Function in Children

The Cardiovascular and Lymphatic Systems

Structure and Function of the Cardiovascular and Lymphatic Systems

Alterations of Cardiovascular Function

Alterations of Cardiovascular Function in Children

The Pulmonary System

Structure and Function of the Pulmonary System

Alterations of Pulmonary Function

Alterations of Pulmonary Function in Children

The Renal and Urologic Systems

Structure and Function of the Renal and Urologic Systems

Alterations of Renal and Urinary Tract Function

Alterations of Renal and Urinary Tract Function in Children

The Reproductive Systems

Structure and Function of the Reproductive Systems

Alterations of the Reproductive Systems Including Sexually Transmitted Infections

The Digestive System

Structure and Function of the Digestive System

Alterations of Digestive Function

Alterations of Digestive Function in Children

The Musculoskeletal and Integumentary Systems

Structure and Function of the Musculoskeletal System

Alterations of Musculoskeletal Function

Alterations of Musculoskeletal Function in Children

Structure, Function, and Disorders of the Integument

Alterations of the Integument in Children

Glossary

Appendix: Common Laboratory Values

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