Fundamentals of Applied Pathophysiology

An Essential Guide for Nursing and Healthcare Students

AvIan Peate,Ian Peate

Häftad, Engelska, 2021

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Beskrivning

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 moreAligns with the latest NMC standardsFull-colour illustrations throughout that brings the subject to lifeFundamentals 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.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:2021-05-13
Mått:175 x 254 x 41 mm
Vikt:1 157 g
Format:Häftad
Språk:Engelska
Serie:Fundamentals
Antal sidor:688
Upplaga:4
Förlag:John Wiley and Sons Ltd
ISBN:9781119699491

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Mer om författaren

Ian Peate, OBE FRCN is Principal, School of Health Studies, Gibraltar; Visiting Professor of Nursing, St George’s University of London and Kingston University London; Visiting Professor, Northumbria University; Visiting Senior Clinical Fellow, University of Hertfordshire, and Editor-in-Chief of the British Journal of Nursing.

Innehållsförteckning

Preface viiiAcknowledgements xContributors xiAbout the companion website xvChapter 1 Learning the language: Terminology 1Chapter 2 Cell and body tissue physiology 19Chapter 3 Homeostasis 49Chapter 4 Cancer 64Chapter 5 Inflammation, immune response and healing 96Chapter 6 Shock 130Chapter 7 The nervous system and associated disorders 153Chapter 8 The heart and associated disorders 185Chapter 9 The vascular system and associated disorders 217Chapter 10 The blood and associated disorders 252Chapter 11 The renal system and associated disorders 290Chapter 12 The respiratory system and associated disorders 322Chapter 13 The gastrointestinal system and associated disorders 361Chapter 14 Nutrition and associated disorders 398Chapter 15 The endocrine system and associated disorders 428Chapter 16 The reproductive systems and associated disorders 464Chapter 17 Pain and pain management 500Chapter 18 The musculoskeletal system and associated disorders 539Chapter 19 Fluid, electrolyte balance and associated disorders 566Chapter 20 The skin and associated disorders 593Chapter 21 The ear, nose and throat, and eyes, and associated disorders 623Appendix A: Reference values in venous serum (adults) 654Index 657