Fundamentals of Applied Pathophysiology
eBook - ePub

Fundamentals of Applied Pathophysiology

An Essential Guide for Nursing and Healthcare Students

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eBook - ePub

Fundamentals of Applied Pathophysiology

An Essential Guide for Nursing and Healthcare Students

About this book

Fundamentals of Applied Pathophysiology delivers a highly visual and accessible introduction to pathophysiology for nursing and healthcare students, guiding readers through the subject matter with case studies, exercises, key words, and additional resources to support learning and retention.

The new edition of Fundamentals of Applied Pathophysiology includes brand-new content on homeostasis, systematic approach to assessment, and key terminology. The book features links to clinical observations, vital signs to observe, investigation boxes, clinical red flags, medication alerts, and the latest, contemporary evidence for care management, including National Early Warning Score 2 (NEWS2).

  • Presents comprehensive treatment guidance for all fundamental pathophysiology categories, including disorders of the central nervous system, heart, vascular and renal systems, and more
  • Aligns with the latest NMC standards
  • Full-colour illustrations throughout that brings the subject to life

Fundamentals of Applied Pathophysiology belongs on the bookshelves of all pre-registration nursing students, midwifery students, healthcare assistants, and assistant practitioners. Professionals in allied healthcare areas such as physiotherapy, radiotherapy, and occupational therapy will also benefit from the material contained in this comprehensive resource.

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Information

Year
2021
Print ISBN
9781119699491
eBook ISBN
9781119699477
Edition
4
Subtopic
Nursing

Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Table of Contents
  3. Title Page
  4. Copyright Page
  5. Dedication Page
  6. Preface
  7. Acknowledgements
  8. Contributors
  9. About the companion website
  10. Chapter 1: Learning the language: Terminology
  11. Chapter 2: Cell and body tissue physiology
  12. Chapter 3: Homeostasis
  13. Chapter 4: Cancer
  14. Chapter 5: Inflammation, immune response and healing
  15. Chapter 6: Shock
  16. Chapter 7: The nervous system and associated disorders
  17. Chapter 8: The heart and associated disorders
  18. Chapter 9: The vascular system and associated disorders
  19. Chapter 10: The blood and associated disorders
  20. Chapter 11: The renal system and associated disorders
  21. Chapter 12: The respiratory system and associated disorders
  22. Chapter 13: The gastrointestinal system and associated disorders
  23. Chapter 14: Nutrition and associated disorders
  24. Chapter 15: The endocrine system and associated disorders
  25. Chapter 16: The reproductive systems and associated disorders
  26. Chapter 17: Pain and pain management
  27. Chapter 18: The musculoskeletal system and associated disorders
  28. Chapter 19: Fluid, electrolyte balance and associated disorders
  29. Chapter 20: The skin and associated disorders
  30. Chapter 21: The ear, nose and throat, and eyes, and associated disorders
  31. Appendix AReference values in venous serum (adults)
  32. Index
  33. End User License Agreement