Understanding Pathophysiology

by Huether, Sue E., Ph.d.; Mccance, Kathryn L., Ph.d.; Brashers, Valentina L., M.d.; Rote, Neal S., Ph.D.

• ISBN13: 9780323078917
• ISBN10: 0323078915
• Edition: 5th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2011-12-05
• Publisher: Mosby Inc

Summary

Learn the essential concepts of pathophysiology and stay up to date on treatments, manifestations, and mechanisms of disease with Understanding Pathophysiology, 5th Edition. Filled with vibrant illustrations and complemented by online resources that bring pathophysiology concepts to life, this easy-to-read text delivers the latest, most accurate information on the disease process across the lifespan, giving you the fundamental knowledge you need to move forward in your nursing education. Consistent presentation helps you better distinguish pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, and evaluation and treatment for each disease. More than 1,000 high-quality illustrations vividly depict clinical manifestations and cellular mechanisms underlying diseases. Lifespan coverage details age-specific conditions affecting pediatric, adult, and aging patients in great depth. Algorithms throughout the text clarify disease progression. Risk Factor boxes alert you to important safety considerations associated with specific diseases. Health Alert boxes highlight new developments in biologic research, diagnostic studies, preventive care, treatments, and more. Quick Check boxes test your retention of important chapter concepts. Did You Understand? sections provide fast, efficient review of chapter content. Chapter outlines help you find specific information with ease. Chapter introductions explain why chapter content is important and how it fits into a broader health care context. Key terms are bolded throughout the text for fast, easy reference. Glossary of selected terms familiarizes you with the most difficult or important terminology. Companion Evolve website provides convenient online access to animations, review questions, key terms matching exercises, and more. NEW! Extensively updated content reflects the latest clinical findings and research across the full spectrum of pathophysiology. NEW! Hundreds of new and enhanced full-color illustrations clarify anatomy and physiologic concepts. NEW! 30 new animations on the companion Evolve website reinforce your understanding of complex processes.

Table of Contents

Introduction to Pathophysiology

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 and Adaptive Immunity

Hypersensitivities and Immune Deficiencies

Infection

Stress and Disease

Cellular Proliferation: Cancer

Biology, Clinical Manifestations, and Treatment of Cancer

Cancer Epidemiology

Cancer in Children

BODY SYSTEMS AND DISEASES

The Neurologic System

Structure and Function of the Neurologic System

Pain, Temperature, Sleep, and Sensory Function

Alterations in Cognitive Systems, Cerebral Hemodynamics and Motor Function

Disorders of the Central and Peripheral Nervous Systems and the Neuromuscular Junction

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

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

Index

Appendix: Common Laboratory Values

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