Stressed about the ins and outs of pathophysiology? Gain
confidence, with the newly updated Pathophysiology Made Incredibly
Easy! ®, 6th Edition . Offering helpful learning aids that boost
your understanding and retention, this colorfully illustrated,
enjoyable text offers all the vitals: cell development, the
infection process, cancer warning signs, abnormal cell growth, and
more. Packed with easy-to-remember definitions and plentiful
illustrations, this supportive guide is the ideal study partner and
on-the-job reference for new nurses, students, and all healthcare
practitioners. Be expertly guided into a solid foundation in
pathophysiology, with: NEW and updated content in a quick-read,
bulleted format End-of-book learning support that includes a
“Practice Makes Perfect” practice test Dozens of colorful
diagrams and illustrations that outline core terms and concepts,
with easy-to-retain definitions for: Pathophysiology basics –
cellular structure; how cells reproduce, age, and die; adaptive
cell changes; the concept of homeostasis and how it affects the
body; the causes of disease; and the disease development process
Infection, cancer, and genetics – the body’s defense mechanisms
against infection, types of infective microorganisms and how they
invade the body, common infectious disease pathophysiology,
classifications of cancer, warning signs of cancer, the cancer
metastasis process, the role of genes and chromosomes, how cells
divide, and genetic abnormalities Cancer as it affects individual
body systems – cardiovascular, respiratory, neurologic,
gastrointestinal, endocrine, renal system, hematologic, immune,
integumentary, sensory, and reproductive system Special chapter
features include: Just the facts – a quick summary of content at
the start of each chapter “Nurse Joy and Jake” – expert
insights that explain key concepts, provide important care
reminders, and offer reassurance Now I get it! – illustrations
and flowcharts that explain difficult concepts Battling illness –
the latest treatments for diseases and disorders The genetic link
– connections between genetics and many common disorders Memory
joggers – memory tricks and other aids that help you understand
and remember difficult concepts That’s a wrap ! – a quick
review of chapter content Quick quiz – multiple-choice questions
after each chapter that help you retain knowledge About the
Clinical Editors Cherie R. Rebar, PhD, MBA, RN, COI, is Vice
President for Communication and Marketing at Connect: RN2ED in
Beavercreek, Ohio and Professor of Nursing at Wittenberg University
in Springfield, Ohio. Nicole Heimgartner, DNP, RN, COI, is Vice
President for Business and Finance at Connect: RN2ED in
Beavercreek, Ohio, and is Adjunct Faculty at Mercy College School
of Nursing in Toledo, Ohio. Carolyn Gersch, PhD, RN, CNE, is Vice
President for Operations and Procedures at Connect: RN2ED, in
Beavercreek, Ohio, and Director of Nursing Education at Ohio
Institute of Allied Health in Dayton, Ohio.
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