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ISBN: 9780323792950
Copyright: 2023
Publication Date: 01-25-2022
Page Count: 240
Imprint: Saunders
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Study Guide for Gould's Pathophysiology for the Health Professions Elsevier eBook on VitalSource, 7th Edition

by Karin C. VanMeter, PhD and Robert J. Hubert, BS

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cover image - Study Guide for Gould's Pathophysiology for the Health Professions Elsevier eBook on VitalSource, 7th Edition
ISBN: 9780323792950
Copyright: 2023
Publication Date: 01-25-2022
Page Count: 240
Imprint: Saunders
List Price: $40.99
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Reinforce student understanding of pathophysiology with this practical workbook! Corresponding to the chapters in Gould's Pathophysiology for the Health Professions, 7th Edition, this study guide uses a variety of exercises, activities, and review questions to help students master concepts relating to disorders and disease processes. It lets students practice skills and apply concepts to clinical practice. To make review easier, an answer key is included in the back of the book.

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Study Guide for Gould's Pathophysiology for the Health Professions - Elsevier E-Book on VitalSource, 8th Edition
    • NEW! Updated content and learning activities reflect the revisions in Gould’s Pathophysiology for the Health Professions, 7th Edition
    • NEW! Updated content and learning activities reflect the revisions in Gould’s Pathophysiology for the Health Professions, 7th Edition
    • Learning activities provide a variety of ways for students to assess their knowledge or identify areas for further study, including labeling exercises, matching exercises on important terminology, crossword puzzles, questions that apply knowledge to more complex situations, and compare/contrast completion charts
    • Answer key for all of the activities is provided at the back of the book, providing students with immediate feedback
    • The same authors as the Pathophysiology textbook — Karin VanMeter and Robert Hubert — ensure that content in the study guide is consistent and accurate
  • Section I: Pathophysiology: Background and Overview
    1. 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
    5. Inflammation and Healing
    6. Infection
    7. Immunity

    Section III: Pathophysiology of Body Systems
    8. Skin Disorders
    9. Musculoskeletal Disorders
    10. Blood and the Circulatory System　
    11. Lymphatic System Disorders
    12. Cardiovascular System Disorders
    13. Respiratory System Disorders
    14. Neurological Disorders
    15. Eyes, Ears and Other Sensory Organs
    16. Endocrine Disorders
    17. Digestive System Disorders
    18. Urinary System Disorders　
    19. Reproductive System Disorders
    20. Neoplasms and Cancer

    Section IV: Factors Contributing to Pathophysiology
    21. Congenital and Genetic Disorders　
    22. Complications Due to Pregnancy
    23. Complications Due to Adolescence
    24. Complications Due to 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
  • Karin C. VanMeter, PhD, Lecturer, Iowa State University, Department of Biomedical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, Ames, Iowa and Robert J. Hubert, BS, Laboratory Coordinator, Iowa State University, Department of Animal Sciences, Ames, Iowa, USA
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