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Pathophysiology
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.
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. 8: The Nervous System
Ch. 9: The Endocrine System
Ch. 10: The Musculoskeletal System
Ch. 11: The Senses
Unit IV:
Oxygen Balance and
Deficiencies
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