Mosby's Pathophysiology Memory NoteCards: Visual, Mnemonic, and Memory Aids for Nurses - Brossura

Zerwekh MSN EdD RN, JoAnn; Claborn MS RN, Jo Carol; Gaglione MSN RN, Tom

Brossura

ISBN 10: 0323037267 ISBN 13: 9780323037266

Casa editrice: Mosby, 2006

Riassunto

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.

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Contenuti:

1. Cellular Metabolism

Genetics

2. Elements of Genetics

3. Autosomal Dominant and Recessive

4. X-linked Inheritance

Body's Self-Defense

5. Mechanism of Immunity

6. Characteristics of Immune Response

7. Immunity

8. Inflammation

9. Stress Response

Cellular Proliferation

10. Oncogene

11. Carcinogenesis

12. Metastasis

Pulmonary System

13. Common symptoms of pulmonary problems

14. Alveolar-Capillary Gas Exchange

15. Dyspnea

16. Hypercapnia

17. Hypoxemia

18. Carbon Dioxide Narcosis

19. Oxygen Toxicity

Cardiovascular System

20. Common Symptoms of Cardiac Problems

21. Cardiac Output

22. Atherosclerosis

23. Hypertension

24. Ischemia

25. Heart Failure

26. Valvular Dysfunction

27. Cardiac Conduction System

28. Peripheral Vascular Occlusion

29. Congenital Heart Defects

30. Cardiac Tamponade

31. Cor Pulmonale

Hematologic

32. Common Hematologic Problems

33. Blood Components

34. Blood Cells

35. ABO Blood Grouping and Rh Factor

36. Clotting Mechanism

37. Abnormal WBC Production

The Endocrine

38. Negative Feedback Control of Hormones

39. Factors That Influence Insulin Production

40. Somogyi Effect

41. Dawn Phenomenon

42. Cushing Syndrome

43. Addison Disease

44. Aging and Endocrine System Function

Musculoskeletal System

45. Common Clues to Musculoskeletal Woes

46. Types of Fractures

47. Joint Movement

48. Inflammatory Joint Disease (Arthritis)

49. Joint Degeneration - Osteoarthritis

50. Congenital Musculoskeletal Defects and Deformity

51. Aging and Musculoskeletal System Function

Sensory System

52. Alterations in Ocular Movements

53. Alterations in Visual Acuity

54. Alterations in Refraction

55. The Normal Ear

56. Hearing Loss

57. Ear Infections

Nervous System

58. Problems in the Central Nervous System

59. Pain

60. Blood Brain Barrier

61. Cranial Nerves

62. Brain Hemisphere Function

63. Seizures

64. CNS Trauma- Coupe and Contrecoup

65. CNS Inflammation and Infection

66. CNS Degenerative Diseases

Gastrointestinal System

67. Intake and Output

68. GI Bleeding

69. GI Distention

70. Fecal Characteristics

71. Digestion and Absorption

72. Malabsorption

73. Elimination

74. Obstructions in the GI system

Hepatic and Biliary Systems

75. Common Symptoms of Hepatic and Biliary Problems

76. Bilirubin Metabolism

77. Hepatitis

Renal and Urologic System

78. Alterations in Renal and Urinary Function

79. Renal Function - Renin-Angiotensin

80. Glomerular Filtration

81. Glomerulonephritis

82. Aging and Renal Function

Reproductive System

83. Menstrual Alterations

84. Disorders of the Penis and Scrotum

85. Puberty

86. Menstrual Cycle

87. Infertility

88. Menopause

89. Sexually Transmitted Infections

Integumentary System

90. Primary Skin Lesions

91. Secondary Skin Lesions

92. Burn Wound Depth

93. Aging and Skin Changes

Multi-system Problems

94. Cardiogenic Shock

95. Hypovolemic Shock

96. Neurogenic Shock

Product Description:

Book by Joann Zerwekh Jo Carol Claborn Tom Gaglione

Su questa edizione

• Editore: Mosby
• Data di pubblicazione: 2006
• ISBN 10: 0323037267
• ISBN 13: 9780323037266
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero edizione: 1
• Numero di pagine: 208