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Handbook of Pathophysiology, Fourth Edition Ramona Browder Lazenby, EdD, MSN, FNP-BC, CNE 978-1-60547-725-1 • October 2010 • Softbound • 5” x 8” • 928 pp. • 136 Illus.

This pathophysiology handbook is ideally suited for easy reference in the classroom or clinical environment. The book presents a summary of physiology concepts for each body system, followed by an overview of important pathophysiology concepts related to ‘alterations’ in that body system. These pathophysiology concepts provide the necessary foundation for understanding the disease or injury states that are presented next in the chapter. Features • 16-page color insert. • Geriatric consideration integrated.

• Key words are called out and highlighted. • Pediatric considerations are integrated. • Pocket size for portability and quick access.

Pathophysiology

Table of Contents Unit I: Fundamental Mechanisms of Health and Disease Ch. 1: Cell Structure and Function Ch. 2: Genetics Ch. 3: Cancer Unit II: Effective and Ineffective Health Protection Ch. 4: The Immune System Ch. 5: The Integument Ch. 6: Homeostasis and the Stress Response Ch. 7: Neuroendocrine-Immune Interaction Unit III: Integrated Control and Dysfunction Ch. 12: The Hematologic System Ch. 13: The Cardiovascular system Ch. 14: The Respiratory System UnitV: Nutrition, Elimination, and Reproductive Function and Dysfunction Ch. 15: The Gastrointestinal System Ch. 16: The Pancreas and Diabetes Mellitus Ch. 17: The Liver Ch. 18: The Genitourinary System Ch. 19: Fluid and Electrolyte and Acid-Base Balance Ch. 20: The Reproductive System Index Pathophysiology in Color Ch. 8: The Nervous System Ch. 9: The Endocrine System Ch. 10: The Musculoskeletal System Ch. 11: The Senses Unit IV: Oxygen Balance and Deficiencies