Goulds Pathophysiology for the Health Professions

A concise, easy-to-understand introduction to the fundamentals, Pathophysiology for the Health Professions, 4th Edition helps you learn to identify disease processes and disorders. Authors Barbara Gould and Ruthanna Dyer continue the tradition of a text known for its readability and vivid, full-color illustrations, updated with the latest research and clinical advances. Unique Challenge, Think About, and Emergency Treatment features help in applying the material to real-life situations. No matter which area in the healthcare field you may enter, this book provides essential preparation for conditions encountered in clinical practice. INDICE: Section I: Pathophysiology: Background and Overview1. Introduction to Pathophysiology2. Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Imbalances3. Introduction to Basic Pharmacology and Other Common Therapies4. PainSection II: Defense/Protective Mechanisms  NEW!5. Inflammation and Healing6. Infection7. ImmunitySection III: Pathophysiology of Body Systems8. Skin Disorders9. Musculoskeletal Disorders10. Blood and the Circulatory System 11. Lymphatic System Disorders12. Cardiovascular System Disorders13. Respiratory System Disorders14. Neurological Disorders15. Eyes, Ears and Other Sensory Organs16. Endocrine Disorders17. Digestive System Disorders18. Urinary System Disorders 19. Reproductive System Disorders20. Neoplasms and CancerSection IV: Factors Contributing to Pathophysiology21. Congenital and Genetic Disorders 22. Complications Due to Pregnancy23. Complications Due to Adolescence24. Complications Due to AgingSection V: Environmental Factors and Pathophysiology25. Immobility and Associated Problems26. Stress and Associated Problems27. Substance Abuse and Associated Problems28. Environmental Hazards and Associated ProblemsAppendixes: Ready References Ready Reference 1: Body Planes, Cavities, Regions, Fluid Compartments, and Body MovementsReady Reference 2: Anatomic TermsReady Reference 3: Conversion TablesReady Reference 4: Common Abbreviations and AcronymsReady Reference 5: Common Diagnostic Studies and TestsReady Reference 6: Example of a Medical HistoryReady Reference 7: Disease IndexReady Reference 8: Drug IndexReady Reference 9: Additional ResourcesGlossary

• ISBN: 978-1-4557-5411-3
• Editorial: Saunders
• Encuadernacion: Rústica
• Páginas: 736
• Fecha Publicación: 24/01/2014
• Nº Volúmenes: 1
• Idioma: Inglés