Professional Guide to Pathophysiology Fourth edition

The ideal on-the-unit reference, certification exam review or backup to classroom materials, this is the expert-at-your-side support that both new and experienced nurses, and students at all levels of nursing study, cannot do without.

Empower your pathophysiology knowledge with this foundational, irreplaceable reference:

NEW content on both normal physiology and disease states

Easy-to-follow, consistent template that makes finding vital information quick and easy — combines the best features of a disease reference with the best features of a full-color atlas

Small keep-it-handy size that is ideal for on-the-spot reference

Illustrations, algorithms, tables and text boxes such as Closer Look images and Prevention, Disease Block and Multisystem Disorder icons that clarify pathophysiological processes and anatomy, demonstrating difficult concepts

Offers current top-level findings on:

Foundational knowledge — normal cellular physiology, followed by the pathologic deviations of disease

Cancer, infection, and fluid and electrolytes

Genetics — cellular/DNA components and functions, as well as tests, treatments, and care considerations for genetic abnormalities

Diseases and disorders particular to each body system — chapters organized by body system

Less common disorders

Disease entries that offer the pathophysiologic foundations and rationale behind focused assessments, offering causes, signs and symptoms, complications, diagnostic tests, treatment, and special considerations

Chapter features that emphasize important concepts and differences among disorders and among patient populations, for accurate assessments and treatments: Genetic Link, Age Alert, Clinical Alert, Life-Threatening Disorder and Confirming Diagnosis

Expert guidance and practical insights on providing e ffective care for both common and less common disorders

Excellent reference for studies and research in pathology, pathophysiology, and physiology — helpful for creating nursing care plans

Concise, detailed explanations of all major diseases — reinforces and clarifies classroom teachings

Easy-to-read, easy-to-retain information that translates easily from student text to must-have professional reference, offering students and new nurses the self-assurance to offer high-level care