Comprehensive and practical, the freshly updated Anatomical Chart
Company Atlas of Pathophysiology, 4th Edition , offers nearly 450
illustrations that demonstrate the causes, symptoms, and
progression of more than 200 disorders. Clear and simple
explanations of each disorder are followed by rationales for proven
clinical interventions. This backup to classroom texts is also a
handy on-the-unit reference for nurses and other healthcare
professionals, and support for patient education. At-a-glance
answers—and the right interventions—for more than 200 disorders
in a quick-read format … NEW includes a free eBook download see
details below NEWand updated content illustrating and explaining
the most common conditions, with topics presented alphabetically:
Central concepts—cells, cancer, infection, genetics, and fluids
and electrolytes Disorders affecting each body
system—respiratory, neurologic, gastrointestinal,
musculoskeletal, hematologic, immunologic, endocrine, and
reproductive—as well as renal, skin, and sensory disorders Each
disease entry presents an introduction, causes, pathophysiology,
complications, signs and symptoms, diagnostic test results, and
treatment, with facing page showing a detailed illustration to help
you visualize the disease process Easy-to-locate content in an
easy-read template that tackles numerous topics found in daily
practice, such as: Diseases and disorders that need immediate
attention, such as pulmonary embolism, depression, and glaucoma The
differences between prehypertension and Stage 1 hypertension Which
parts of the brain are affected by generalized seizures, as opposed
to partial seizures Lifestyle changes to recommend to a patient
with high plasma glucose The causes of carpel tunnel syndrome 450
large, detailed, full-color illustrations from Anatomical Chart
Company to help you differentiate among symptoms and disorders that
appear similar Icons that offer important tips, including: Age
Alert – how pathophysiologic processes—incidence, onset, and
clinical appearance—appear in different age groups, such as
aortic aneurysm, atypical myocardial infarction, and Parkinson’s
disease Clinical Tips – advice on areas such as improving
auscultation in myocarditis, evaluating diagnostic test results in
suspected spinal injuries, early recognition of life-threatening
symptoms in myasthenia gravis, respiration changes in peritonitis,
and more Complications – identifies common progressions of
untreated or worsening conditions Your book purchase includes a
complimentary download of the enhanced eBook for iOS, Android, PC
& Mac. Take advantage of these practical features that will
improve your eBook experience: The ability to download the eBook on
multiple devices at one time — providing a seamless reading
experience online or offline Powerful search tools and smart
navigation cross-links that allow you to search within this book,
or across your entire library of VitalSource eBooks Multiple
viewing options that enable you to scale images and text to any
size without losing page clarity as well as responsive design The
ability to highlight text and add notes with one click About the
Clinical Editor Julie Stewart, DNP, MPH, MSN, FNP-BC, AAHIVS, is an
Associate Professor and Director of the Family Nurse Practitioner
and Doctor of Nursing Practice Programs at Sacred Heart University,
College of Nursing, in Fairfield, Connecticut.
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