Reinforce your understanding of pathophysiology with a practical workbook! Corresponding to the chapters in Gould's Pathophysiology for the Health Professions, 8th Edition, this study guide uses a variety of exercises, learning activities, and review questions to help you master concepts relating to disorders and disease processes. It lets you practice skills and apply concepts to clinical practice. To make review easier, an answer key is included in the back of the book.
- Learning activities provide a wide variety of ways to assess your understanding or identify areas for further study
- Labeling exercises challenge you to recall information
- Matching exercises test your knowledge of important terminology
- Review questions ask you to apply your knowledge to more complex situations
- Crossword puzzles offer a fun way to use and become more familiar with content-specific vocabulary
- Compare/Contrast completion charts ask you to distinguish between various diseases and disorders, medications, and complications
- Answer key for all of the learning activities is located at the back of the book, providing immediate feedback
- The same authors as the Gould's Pathophysiology textbook ensure that content in the study guide is consistent and accurate
- NEW! Updated content reflects and aligns with the revisions in the Gould’s Pathophysiology for the Health Professions, 8th Edition, textbook
Table of Contents
Section I: Pathophysiology: Background and Overview1. Introduction to Pathophysiology
2. Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Imbalances
3. Introduction to Basic Pharmacology and Other Common Therapies
4. Pain
Section II: Defense/Protective Mechanisms
5. Inflammation and Healing
6. Infection
7. Immunity
Section III: Pathophysiology of Body Systems
8. Skin Disorders
9. Musculoskeletal System Disorders
10. Blood and Circulatory System Disorders
11. Lymphatic System Disorders
12. Cardiovascular System Disorders
13. Respiratory System Disorders
14. Nervous System Disorders
15. Disorders of the Eye, Ear, and Other Sensory Organs
16. Endocrine System Disorders
17. Digestive System Disorders
18. Urinary System Disorders
19. Reproductive System Disorders
Section IV: Factors Contributing to Pathophysiology
20. Neoplasms and Cancer
21. Congenital and Genetic Disorders
22. Complications of Pregnancy
23. Complications of Adolescence
24. Complications of Aging
Section V: Environmental Factors and Pathophysiology
25. Immobility and Associated Problems
26. Stress and Associated Problems
27. Substance Abuse and Associated Problems
28. Environmental Hazards and Associated Problems
