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Vital Disease Information for Your Success in Nursing Ready yourself for the realities of professional nursing practice with this proven approach to pathophysiology. Distilling need-to-know disease content in a clear, accessible format, Porth'sEssentials of Pathophysiology offers concise yet complete coverage of how the body works to help you establish the scientific foundation essential to success in your nursing career. -Approachable presentation builds understanding from basic to advanced concepts and defines key terms as you progress. -""Chunked"" content--including Learning Objectives, Key Points boxes, and Summary Concepts sections--highlights critical points for reflection. -Full-color illustrations clarify the clinical manifestations of diseases and disease processes. -Review Exercises at the end of each chapter test your retention and identify areas for further study. -References provide fast, efficient access to normal laboratory values in both conventional and SI units, as well as a comprehensive glossary. -Narrated animations referenced by icons in the text and available online enhance your understanding of the most challenging and clinically relevant concepts.

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Author:   Tommie L. Norris
Publisher:   Wolters Kluwer Health
Imprint:   Wolters Kluwer Health
Edition:   Fifth, North American Edition
Weight:   2.608kg
ISBN:  

9781975107192

ISBN 10:   1975107195
Pages:   1248
Publication Date:   05 November 2019
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Replaced By:   9781975263492
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Available To Order  
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Table of Contents

UNIT 1 - Concepts of Health and Disease Chapter 1-- Concepts of Health and Disease UNIT 2 - Cell Function and Growth Chapter 2 -- Cell and Tissue Characteristics Chapter 3 -- Cellular Adaptation, Injury, and Death Chapter 4 -- Genetic Control of Cell Function and Inheritance Chapter 5 -- Genetic and Congenital Disorders Chapter 6 -- Neoplasia UNIT 3 - Disorders of Integrative Function Chapter 7 -- Stress and Adaptation Chapter 8 -- Disorders of Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid–Base Balance UNIT 4 - Infection, Inflammation, and Immunity Chapter 9 -- Inflammation, Tissue Repair, and Wound Healing Chapter 10 -- Mechanisms of Infectious Disease Chapter 11-- Innate and Adaptive Immunity Chapter 12 -- Disorders of the Immune Response, Including HIV/AIDS UNIT 5 - Disorders of Neural Function Chapter 13 -- Organization and Control of Neural Function Chapter 14 -- Somatosensory Function, Pain, Headache, and Temperature Regulation Chapter 15 -- Disorders of Motor Function Chapter 16 -- Disorders of Brain Function Chapter 17 -- Sleep and Sleep–Wake Disorders Chapter 18 -- Disorders of Thought, Emotion, and Memory UNIT 6 - Disorders of Special Sensory Function Chapter 19 -- Disorders of Visual Function Chapter 20 -- Disorders of Hearing and Vestibular Function Chapter 21 -- Blood Cells and the Hematopoietic System Chapter 22 -- Disorders of Hemostasis Chapter 23 -- Disorders of Red Blood Cells Chapter 24 -- Disorders of White Blood Cells and Lymphoid Tissues UNIT 8 - Disorders of Cardiovascular Function Chapter 25 -- Structure and Function of the Cardiovascular System Chapter 26 -- Disorders of Blood Flow and Blood Pressure Regulation Chapter 27 -- Disorders of Cardiac Function, and Heart Failure and Circulatory Shock Chapter 28 -- Disorders of Cardiac Conduction and Rhythm UNIT 9 - Disorders of Respiratory Function Chapter 29 -- Structure and Function of the Respiratory System Chapter 30 -- Respiratory Tract Infections, Neoplasms, and Childhood Disorders Chapter 31 -- Disorders of Ventilation and Gas Exchange UNIT 10 - Disorders of Renal Function Chapter 32 -- Structure and Function of the Kidney Chapter 33 -- Disorders of Renal Function Chapter 34 -- Acute Kidney Injury and Chronic Kidney Disease Chapter 35 -- Disorders of the Bladder and Lower Urinary Tract UNIT 11- Disorders of Gastrointestinal Function Chapter 36 -- Structure and Function of the Gastrointestinal System Chapter 37 -- Disorders of Gastrointestinal Function Chapter 38 -- Disorders of Hepatobiliary and Exocrine Pancreas Function Chapter 39 -- Alterations in Nutritional Status UNIT 12 - Disorders of Endocrine Function Chapter 40 -- Mechanisms of Endocrine Control1 Chapter 41-- Disorders of Endocrine Control of Growth and Metabolism UNIT 13 - Disorders of Genitourinary and Reproductive Function Chapter 42 -- Structure and Function of the Male Genitourinary System Chapter 43 -- Disorders of the Male Reproductive System Chapter 44 -- Structure and Function of the Female Reproductive System Chapter 45 -- Disorders of the Female Reproductive System Chapter 46 -- Sexually Transmitted Infections UNIT 14 - Disorders of Musculoskeletal Function Chapter 47 -- Structure and Function of the Musculoskeletal System Chapter 48 -- Disorders of Musculoskeletal Function: Trauma, Infection, Neoplasms1 Chapter 49 -- Disorders of Musculoskeletal Function: Developmental and Metabolic Disorders, Activity Intolerance, and Fatigue Chapter 50 -- Disorders of Musculoskeletal Function: Rheumatic Disorders UNIT 15 - Disorders of Integumentary Function Chapter 51 -- Structure and Function of the Skin Chapter 52 -- Disorders of Skin Integrity and Function

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