Understanding Pathophysiology - E-Book

Pathophysiology Online for Understanding Pathophysiology, 6th Edition is a collection of 16 online modules developed by learning experts to help you better understand information about complex pathophysiology subjects such as immunology or the endocrine system. Designed to complement Huether’s Understanding Pathophysiology, 6th Edition textbook, this unique online course offers various multimedia learning aids and engaging activities like case studies and critical thinking questions that make it fun and engaging to master material in your textbook.

  • High-quality images illustrate difficult concepts and key clinical presentations of disease processes for all body systems.
  • Outlines for each module provide a complete overview of content to help you quickly and conveniently navigate through the course.
  • Objectives highlight the most important material for each module.
  • Further Exploration sections after every pre-test help you review content before moving ahead.
  • Guided reading assignments from the Huether Understanding Pathophysiology textbook make learning and review more effective by focusing reading on the most vital content.
  • Case studies develop your critical thinking skills and help you apply what you’ve learned to real-world situations.
  • Pre-tests for every module allow you to evaluate your knowledge of normal structure and function and help you assess areas for further study.
  • Module exams measure your progress after each completed module.
  • Engaging activities and exercises challenge you to think critically about key aspects of pathophysiology.
  • Unique high-level animations help you visualize complex pathophysiologic processes.
  • Structured discussion topics allow you to interact and collaborate with other students.
  • Immediate feedback for all activities ensures you learn the correct answers and identify areas for additional practice.

  • New animations and algorithms cover cancer, diastolic dysfunction, hepatitis, autoimmune thyroid disease, and more.
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Understanding Pathophysiology - E-Book

Pathophysiology Online for Understanding Pathophysiology, 6th Edition is a collection of 16 online modules developed by learning experts to help you better understand information about complex pathophysiology subjects such as immunology or the endocrine system. Designed to complement Huether’s Understanding Pathophysiology, 6th Edition textbook, this unique online course offers various multimedia learning aids and engaging activities like case studies and critical thinking questions that make it fun and engaging to master material in your textbook.

  • High-quality images illustrate difficult concepts and key clinical presentations of disease processes for all body systems.
  • Outlines for each module provide a complete overview of content to help you quickly and conveniently navigate through the course.
  • Objectives highlight the most important material for each module.
  • Further Exploration sections after every pre-test help you review content before moving ahead.
  • Guided reading assignments from the Huether Understanding Pathophysiology textbook make learning and review more effective by focusing reading on the most vital content.
  • Case studies develop your critical thinking skills and help you apply what you’ve learned to real-world situations.
  • Pre-tests for every module allow you to evaluate your knowledge of normal structure and function and help you assess areas for further study.
  • Module exams measure your progress after each completed module.
  • Engaging activities and exercises challenge you to think critically about key aspects of pathophysiology.
  • Unique high-level animations help you visualize complex pathophysiologic processes.
  • Structured discussion topics allow you to interact and collaborate with other students.
  • Immediate feedback for all activities ensures you learn the correct answers and identify areas for additional practice.

  • New animations and algorithms cover cancer, diastolic dysfunction, hepatitis, autoimmune thyroid disease, and more.
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Understanding Pathophysiology - E-Book

Understanding Pathophysiology - E-Book

Understanding Pathophysiology - E-Book

Understanding Pathophysiology - E-Book

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Overview

Pathophysiology Online for Understanding Pathophysiology, 6th Edition is a collection of 16 online modules developed by learning experts to help you better understand information about complex pathophysiology subjects such as immunology or the endocrine system. Designed to complement Huether’s Understanding Pathophysiology, 6th Edition textbook, this unique online course offers various multimedia learning aids and engaging activities like case studies and critical thinking questions that make it fun and engaging to master material in your textbook.

  • High-quality images illustrate difficult concepts and key clinical presentations of disease processes for all body systems.
  • Outlines for each module provide a complete overview of content to help you quickly and conveniently navigate through the course.
  • Objectives highlight the most important material for each module.
  • Further Exploration sections after every pre-test help you review content before moving ahead.
  • Guided reading assignments from the Huether Understanding Pathophysiology textbook make learning and review more effective by focusing reading on the most vital content.
  • Case studies develop your critical thinking skills and help you apply what you’ve learned to real-world situations.
  • Pre-tests for every module allow you to evaluate your knowledge of normal structure and function and help you assess areas for further study.
  • Module exams measure your progress after each completed module.
  • Engaging activities and exercises challenge you to think critically about key aspects of pathophysiology.
  • Unique high-level animations help you visualize complex pathophysiologic processes.
  • Structured discussion topics allow you to interact and collaborate with other students.
  • Immediate feedback for all activities ensures you learn the correct answers and identify areas for additional practice.

  • New animations and algorithms cover cancer, diastolic dysfunction, hepatitis, autoimmune thyroid disease, and more.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9780323370523
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Publication date: 12/23/2015
Sold by: Barnes & Noble
Format: eBook
Pages: 1160
File size: 122 MB
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Table of Contents

Frontmatter

Introduction to Pathophysiology

PART ONE: BASIC CONCEPTS OF PATHOPHYSIOLOGY

Unit 1: The Cell

1. Cellular Biology

2. Genes and Genetic Diseases

3. Epigenetics and Disease (NEW)

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. Infection and Defects in Mechanisms of Defense

9. Stress and Disease

Unit 3: Cellular Proliferation: Cancer

10. Biology of Cancer

11. Cancer Epidemiology

12. Cancer in Children and Adolescents

PART TWO: BODY SYSTEMS AND DISEASES

Unit 4: The Neurologic System

13. Structure and Function of the Neurologic System

14. Pain, Temperature, Sleep, and Sensory Function

15. Alterations in Cognitive Systems, Cerebral Hemodynamics and Motor Function

16. Disorders of the Central and Peripheral Nervous Systems and Neuromuscular Junction

17. Alterations of Neurologic Function in Children

Unit 5: The Endocrine System

18. Mechanisms of Hormonal Regulation

19. Alterations of Hormonal Regulation

Unit 6: The Hematologic System

20. Structure and Function of the Hematologic System

21. Alterations in Hematologic Function

22. Alterations of Hematologic Function in Children

Unit 7: The Cardiovascular and Lymphatic Systems

23. Structure and Function of the Cardiovascular and Lymphatic Systems

24. Alterations of Cardiovascular Function

25. Alterations of Cardiovascular Function in Children

Unit 8: The Pulmonary System

26. Structure and Function of the Pulmonary System

27. Alterations of Pulmonary Function

28. Alterations of Pulmonary Function in Children

Unit 9: The Renal and Urologic Systems

29. Structure and Function of the Renal and Urologic Systems

30. Alterations of Renal and Urinary Tract Function

31. Alterations of Renal and Urinary Tract Function in Children

Unit 10: The Reproductive Systems

32. Structure and Function of the Reproductive Systems

33. Alterations of the Female Reproductive System

34. Alterations of the Male Reproductive System

Unit 11: The Digestive System

35. Structure and Function of the Digestive System

36. Alterations of Digestive Function

37. Alterations in Digestive Function in Children

Unit 12: The Musculoskeletal and Integumentary Systems

38. Structure and Function of the Musculoskeletal System

39. Alterations of Musculoskeletal Function

40. Alterations of Musculoskeletal Function in Children

41. Structure, Function, and Disorders of the Integument

42. Alterations of the Integument in Children

Glossary

Index

Appendix: Common Laboratory Values

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