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HandbookofPathophysiology, FourthEdition RamonaBrowder Lazenby, EdD,MSN, FNP-BC, CNE 978-1-60547-725-1 •October2010 • Softbound •5” x8” •928pp. • 136 Illus.

This pathophysiology handbook is ideally suited for easy reference in the classroom or clinical environment. The book presents a summary of physiology concepts for eachbody system, followedby anoverview of important pathophysiology concepts related to ‘alterations’ in that body system. These pathophysiology concepts provide the necessary foundation for understanding the disease or injury states that are presentednext in the chapter. Features • 16-page color insert. • Geriatric consideration integrated.

• Keywords are calledout andhighlighted. • Pediatric considerations are integrated. • Pocket size for portabilityandquick access.

Table of Contents Unit I: FundamentalMechanismsof HealthandDisease Ch. 1: Cell Structure andFunction Ch. 2: Genetics Ch. 3: Cancer Unit II: Effectiveand Ineffective HealthProtection Ch. 4:The Immune System Ch. 5:The Integument Ch. 6:Homeostasis and the Stress Response Ch. 7:Neuroendocrine-Immune Interaction Unit III: IntegratedControl and Dysfunction Ch. 12:TheHematologic System Ch. 13:TheCardiovascular system Ch. 14:TheRespiratory System UnitV: Nutrition, Elimination, andReproductiveFunctionand Dysfunction Ch. 15:TheGastrointestinal System Ch. 16:The Pancreas andDiabetesMellitus Ch. 17:The Liver Ch. 18:TheGenitourinary System Ch. 19: Fluid andElectrolyte andAcid-Base Balance Ch. 20:TheReproductive System Index Pathophysiology inColor Ch. 8:TheNervous System Ch. 9:The Endocrine System Ch. 10:TheMusculoskeletal System Ch. 11:The Senses Unit IV: OxygenBalanceand Deficiencies

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