Study Guide for Pathophysiology for the Health Professions
By- Barbara Gould, MEd, Professor Emerita, School of Health Sciences, Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Master key pathophysiology concepts and apply them to the practice setting! Corresponding to the chapters in
Paperback, 240 Pages
Published: June 2010
Imprint: Saunders
ISBN: 978-1-4377-1456-2
Contents
- Section I: Basic Concepts of Disease Processes
- Introduction to Pathophysiology
- Inflammation and Healing
- Immunity and Abnormal Responses
- Infection
- Neoplasms
- Fluid, Electrolyte and Acid-Base Imbalances Section II: The Effects of Altered Status/Growth and Development on Disease Processes
- Congenital and Genetic Disorders
- Diseases Associated with Adolescence
- The Relationship Between Pregnancy and DiseasePotential Complications of Pregnancy
- Aging and Disease Processes
- Effects of Immobility
- The Influence of Stress
- Pain
- Substance Abuse
- Environmental Hazards
- Introduction to Basic Pharmacology and Selected Therapies Section III: Pathophysiology of the Systems
- Blood and Lymphatic Disorders
- Cardiovascular Disorders
- Respiratory Disorders
- Digestive System Disorders
- Urinary System Disorders
- Acute Neurologic Disorders
- Chronic Neurologic Disorders
- Disorders of the Eye and Ear
- Endocrine Disorders
- Musculoskeletal Disorders
- Skin Disorders
- Reproductive System Disorders

