Pathophysiology for the Health Professions - Brossura

Gould, Barbara E.; VanMeter, Karin C., Ph.D.; Hubert, Robert

Brossura

ISBN 10: 1437714560 ISBN 13: 9781437714562

Casa editrice: W B Saunders Co, 2010

Riassunto

Master key pathophysiology concepts and apply them to the practice setting! Corresponding to the chapters in Pathophysiology for the Health Professions, 4th Edition, by Barbara E. Gould, MEd, and Ruthanna M. Dyer, PhD, this study guide offers a wide range of engaging activities to reinforce your understanding and practice your skills.

• Labeling exercises challenge you to recall information by completing unmarked diagrams and charts.
• Matching exercises test your knowledge of key terminology.
• Definitions, rationale/application, and fill-in-the-blank questions let you apply your knowledge to more complex situations.
• Crossword puzzles let you have fun using and becoming more familiar with vocabulary.
• Compare/contrast charts challenge you to apply what you've learned by comparing and contrasting various types of diseases and disorders, medications, and complications.
• The answer key for all of the activities is provided at the end of the study guide.

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Contenuti

Section I:  Basic Concepts of Disease Processes

1. Introduction to Pathophysiology
2. Inflammation and Healing
3. Immunity and Abnormal Responses
4. Infection
5. Neoplasms
6. Fluid, Electrolyte and Acid-Base Imbalances

Section II:  The Effects of Altered Status/Growth and Development on Disease Processes

7. Congenital and Genetic Disorders
8. Diseases Associated with Adolescence
9. The Relationship Between Pregnancy and DiseasePotential Complications of Pregnancy
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

Answer Key

Dettagli dell'edizione

• Editore: W B Saunders Co
• Data di pubblicazione: 2010
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 10: 1437714560
• ISBN 13: 9781437714562
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero di pagine: 227
• Contatto del produttore: non disponibile
• Persona responsabile: LSWR Group; b.criscuolo@lswr.it; ; Via Spadolini, 7; Milano; Italia