Know the how and why of common conditions-and assess them
accurately-with the newly updated Pathophysiology Made Incredibly
Visual, 3rd Edition . Fully illustrated in the popular Made
Incredibly Visual style, this essential guide offers easy-to-follow
explanations for the causes and mechanisms of numerous common
disorders, listing symptoms and indications for each. Use this as
the perfect study guide for the NCLEX (R) or certification exam, to
support class materials, and to absorb the pathophysiology
principles every nurse needs to know. Absorb the expert wisdom and
insights of this invaluable guide . . . Walks you through the
development stages of numerous diseases and disorders ,
illustrating their cellular process, symptoms, and effects on
tissue and organs Explains cell parts and their functions , as well
as cell division, adaptation, injury, and stress and disease
Hundreds of photos, illustrations, and diagrams explaining key
concepts and providing clear direction on how to recognize common
conditions Supports accurate diagnosis and treatment - Common
disorders for each major body system, such as: Cardiovascular -
Acute coronary syndromes, aortic aneurysms, cardiomyopathy
Respiratory - ARDS, asthma, chronic bronchitis, lung cancer
Neurologic - Alzheimer's, cerebral aneurysm, migraine headaches
Gastrointestinal - Cholecystitis, cirrhosis, Crohn's disease
Musculoskeletal - Carpal tunnel syndrome, herniated disk,
osteoarthritis Hematologic - Anemia, leukemia, sickle cell disease
Immune - AIDS, allergic rhinitis, rheumatoid arthritis Endocrine -
Adrenal hypofunction, diabetes mellitus, metabolic syndrome Renal -
Acute renal failure, acute tubular necrosis, pyelonephritis
Integumentary - Acne, burns, pressure ulcers Reproductive - Breast,
cervical, ovarian, and prostate cancer Special chapter features:
Vision Quest - End-of-chapter quizzes in the form of puzzles,
riddles, and multiple-choice questions, to help you retain vital
information Risky business - Risk factors to be aware of while
treating each condition How it happens - The physiological process
that creates a particular condition What to look for - A list of
symptoms for each condition Age-old story - Discusses how a
condition develops and presents, according to the patient's age
Memory board - Visual tricks that help you remember vital concepts
and key treatments
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