Understanding Pathophysiology - E-Book

by PhD Huether MS (Editor), PhD McCance MS (Editor), FACP Brashers MD (Editor)

Overview

Gain an in-depth understanding of the concepts and processes of disease! Understanding Pathophysiology, 8th Edition provides a concise, comprehensive introduction to the way diseases work and how changes occur in the body as a result. With a clinically focused approach, the book begins by explaining cell structure and function. It then examines alterations by body systems and provides a practical guide to clinical manifestations, summaries of treatment, and health promotion strategies. This edition adds new algorithms, case studies for the Next-Generation NCLEX® Exam, and updated content on COVID-19, obesity, and cancer epidemiology. Written by a team of nursing educators led by Sue Huether, this text helps you develop clinical judgment and apply concepts to practice. - NEW! Case studies for the Next-Generation NCLEX® Exam (NGN) are provided on the Evolve website, helping you develop clinical judgment - NEW! Content updates address infectious disease, COVID-19 and post-COVID conditions, systemic pathophysiologic effects of obesity, cancer epidemiology, and more - NEW! Additional new algorithms show the pathophysiologic pathways and progression of disease - Consistent presentation of each disease includes pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, and evaluation and treatment - Lifespan content includes nine separate chapters with pediatric content and special sections on aging within the adult chapters, along with special boxes that highlight aging and pediatric content - More than 1000 illustrations include photographs showing pathologic features of disease as well as micrographs showing normal and abnormal cellular structure - Risk Factor boxes show how certain risk factors are associated with specific diseases - Quick Check boxes appear at the end of major sections and are designed to help you recall the most important content - End-of-chapter Summary Reviews highlight the major concepts presented in each chapter - Did You Know boxes discuss new developments in biologic research, diagnostic studies, preventive care, treatments, and more - Key Terms are bolded, and listed with page numbers at the end of each chapter - Student resources on Evolve include animations, review questions, chapter summaries, and answers to the Quick Check questions

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780323938051
Publisher:	Elsevier Science
Publication date:	11/01/2024
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	1120
File size:	180 MB
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About the Author

Professor Emeritus Sue E. Huether works in the College of Nursing at University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
Professor Kathryn L. McCance works at the College of Nursing at University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA.
Valentina L. Brashers is a Professor of Nursing and Woodard Clinical Scholar, Attending Physician in Internal Medicine, Director, Center for ASPIRE University of Virginia, USA

Table of Contents

1. Cellular Biology2. Genes and Genetic Diseases3. Epigenetics and Disease4. Altered Cellular and Tissue Biology5. Fluids and Electrolytes, Acids and Bases6. Innate Immunity: Inflammation and Wound Healing7. Adaptive Immunity8. Alterations of Immunity9. Infection10. Stress and Disease11. Cancer Biology12. Cancer Epidemiology13. Cancer in Children and Adolescents14. Structure and Function of the Neurologic System15. Pain, Temperature, Sleep, and Sensory Function16. Alterations of Cognitive Systems, Cerebral Hemodynamics, and Motor Function17. Alterations of the Brain, Spinal Cord, and Peripheral Nerves18. Alterations of Neurologic Function in Children19. Mechanisms of Hormonal Regulation20. Alterations of Hormonal Regulation21. Obesity, Starvation, and Anorexia of Aging22. Structure and Function of the Hematologic System23. Alterations of Hematologic Function24. Alterations of Hematologic Function in Children25. Structure and Function of the Cardiovascular and Lymphatic Systems26. Alterations of Cardiovascular Function27. Alterations of Cardiovascular Function in Children28. Structure and Function of the Pulmonary System29. Alterations of Pulmonary Function30. Alterations of Pulmonary Function in Children31. Structure and Function of the Renal and Urologic Systems32. Alterations of Renal and Urinary Tract Function33. Alterations of Renal and Urinary Tract Function in Children34. Structure and Function of the Reproductive Systems35. Alterations of the Female Reproductive System36. Alterations of the Male Reproductive System37. Structure and Function of the Digestive System38. Alterations of Digestive Function39. Alterations of Digestive Function in Children40. Structure and Function of the Musculoskeletal System41. Alterations of Musculoskeletal Function42. Alterations of Musculoskeletal Function in Children43. Structure, Function, and Disorders of the Integument44. Alterations of the Integument in Children