
Fundamentals of Applied Pathophysiology
An Essential Guide for Nursing and Healthcare Students
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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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Table of contents
- Cover
- Table of Contents
- Title Page
- Copyright Page
- Dedication Page
- Preface
- Acknowledgements
- Contributors
- About the companion website
- Chapter 1: Learning the language: Terminology
- Chapter 2: Cell and body tissue physiology
- Chapter 3: Homeostasis
- Chapter 4: Cancer
- Chapter 5: Inflammation, immune response and healing
- Chapter 6: Shock
- Chapter 7: The nervous system and associated disorders
- Chapter 8: The heart and associated disorders
- Chapter 9: The vascular system and associated disorders
- Chapter 10: The blood and associated disorders
- Chapter 11: The renal system and associated disorders
- Chapter 12: The respiratory system and associated disorders
- Chapter 13: The gastrointestinal system and associated disorders
- Chapter 14: Nutrition and associated disorders
- Chapter 15: The endocrine system and associated disorders
- Chapter 16: The reproductive systems and associated disorders
- Chapter 17: Pain and pain management
- Chapter 18: The musculoskeletal system and associated disorders
- Chapter 19: Fluid, electrolyte balance and associated disorders
- Chapter 20: The skin and associated disorders
- Chapter 21: The ear, nose and throat, and eyes, and associated disorders
- Appendix AReference values in venous serum (adults)
- Index
- End User License Agreement