Pathophysiology

This is the Seventh Edition of the comprehensive and well-respected text and reference of Pathophysiology. As a nurse-physiologist, Carol Porth uniquely emphasises "Concepts" of altered health states, as opposed to factual descriptions of diseases and disorders. By taking this physiologic approach, the author ensures a comprehension of the whole of body function; in other words, by integrating all of the aspects of the human body into a total functional whole, the student can grasp both the physical and psychological aspects of altered health. As such, the student will see the potential of the body, and that, in disease as in health, there is more going right in the body than is "going wrong." A back-of-book CD-ROM includes three-dimensional animations of pathophysiology.FEATURES:Integrated paediatric coverage allows for a more streamlined, less redundant text (as opposed to competitive texts, which separate paediatric chapters). Such depth of coverage is more appropriate in Paediatric nursing programmes.Intra-text summaries with a colour screen behind them are found integrated throughout the text, forcing the student to pause and review salient points. Well-known for its readability, Carol Porths writing style is such that she presents information, then continually reinforces difficult concepts.Key Concepts Boxes are designed to help the reader retain and utilise text information by providing a mechanism to incorporate text information into a larger conceptual unit as opposed to memorising a string of related and unrelated facts. Inside cover has listing of commonly used prefixes and suffixes, to help the student recognise key pathophysiology termsA glossary provides a reference of commonly used terms. NEW TO THIS EDITION: Review Exercises and Case Studies at disorder chapter endings.Clinical Applications boxes help readers apply key principles to daily practice challenges.New art to add to the already strong art program.Web sites in back of book appendix. Intended not only to help the reader keep pace with the times, but to broaden the readers perspective in terms of a more global approach to learning and practice. The Internet sites also encourage readers to investigate areas of individual interest and update knowledge in a world of ever-changing information. Paediatric, geriatric, and obstetric icons to highlight special considerations. The integration of this information in most chapters promotes understanding of the similarities as well as the differences related to the same disorders affecting individuals at different times in life.Lecturers - Click here to order a FREE Review Copy of this title !