Understanding pathophysiology /
Sue E. Huether, MS, PhD; Kathryn L. McCance, MS, PhD; & section editors, Valentina L. Brashers, MD.
- Seventh edition.
- xviii, 1095 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm
Includes bibliographical references and index.
PART ONE: BASIC CONCEPTS OF PATHOPHYSIOLOGY -- Unit 1: The Cell -- 1. Cellular Biology -- 2. Genes and Genetic Diseases -- 3. Epigenetics and Disease -- 4. Altered Cellular and Tissue Biology -- 5. Fluids and Electrolytes, Acids and Bases -- Unit 2: Mechanisms of Self-Defense -- 6. Innate Immunity: Inflammation and Wound Healing -- 7. Adaptive Immunity -- 8. Alterations in Immunity -- 9. Infection and Defects in Mechanisms of Defense -- 10. Stress and Disease -- Unit 3: Cellular Proliferation: Cancer -- 11. Biology of Cancer -- 12. Cancer Epidemiology -- 13. Cancer in Children and Adolescents -- PART TWO: BODY SYSTEMS AND DISEASES -- Unit 4: The Neurologic System -- 14. Structure and Function of the Neurologic System -- 15. Pain, Temperature, Sleep, and Sensory Function -- 16. Alterations in Cognitive Systems, Cerebral Hemodynamics, and Motor Function -- 17. Disorders of the Central and Peripheral Nervous Systems and Neuromuscular Junction -- 18. Alterations of Neurologic Function in Children -- Unit 5: The Endocrine System -- 19. Mechanisms of Hormonal Regulation -- 20. Alterations of Hormonal Regulation -- 21. Obesity and Disorders of Nutrition -- Unit 6: The Hematologic System -- 22. Structure and Function of the Hematologic System -- 23. Alterations of Hematologic Function -- 24. Alterations of Hematologic Function in Children -- Unit 7: The Cardiovascular and Lymphatic Systems -- 25. Structure and Function of the Cardiovascular and Lymphatic Systems -- 26. Alterations of Cardiovascular Function -- 27. Alterations of Cardiovascular Function in Children -- Unit 8: The Pulmonary System -- 28. Structure and Function of the Pulmonary System -- 29. Alterations of Pulmonary Function -- 30. Alterations of Pulmonary Function in Children -- Unit 9: The Renal and Urologic Systems -- 31. Structure and Function of the Renal and Urologic Systems -- 32. Alterations of Renal and Urinary Tract Function -- 33. Alterations of Renal and Urinary Tract Function in Children -- Unit 10: The Reproductive Systems -- 34. Structure and Function of the Reproductive Systems -- 35. Alterations of the Female Reproductive System -- 36. Alterations of the Male Reproductive System -- Unit 11: The Digestive System -- 37. Structure and Function of the Digestive System -- 38. Alterations of Digestive Function -- 39. Alterations of Digestive Function in Children -- Unit 12: The Musculoskeletal and Integumentary Systems -- 40. Structure and Function of the Musculoskeletal System -- 41. Alterations of Musculoskeletal Function -- 42. Alterations of Musculoskeletal Function in Children -- 43. Structure, Function, and Disorders of the Integument -- 44. Alterations of the Integument in Children -- Glossary -- Index.
Make difficult pathophysiology concepts come to life! Filled with vibrant illustrations, simplified language, and detailed online content Understanding Pathophysiology, 7th Edition delivers the most accurate information on treatments, manifestations, and mechanisms of disease across the lifespan. This new edition is fully revised and includes coverage of rare diseases and epigenetics to you with a thorough understanding of conditions affecting the human body. Plus, with over 30 new 3D animations on the companion Evolve site, quick check boxes at the end of each chapter, and disease progression algorithms, this text helps you engage with the fundamental knowledge you need to succeed in nursing school and in practice.