Pathophysiology Online For Gould S Pathophysiology For The Health Professions Access Code And Textbook Package

This mony-saving package includes Pathophysiology Online for Gould's Pathophysiology for the Health Professions (User Guide and?Access Code) and VanMeter: Gould's Pathophysiology'for Health Professionals, 5e

Developed for students in the health professions Pathophysiology Online for Gould's Pathophysiology for the Health Professions, 6th Edition presents disease processes and disorders in a clear and visual way. Modules correspond to material in the main text, and animations, slide shows, and other interactive resources enhance understanding of pathophysiology for any learning style. A case-based approach presents information in small "chunks" for easier comprehension and helps you apply concepts. Within each module, a set of lessons lets you study and review pathophysiology - with exercises to allow self-assessment.

A concise, easy-to-understand introduction to the fundamentals, Gould's Pathophysiology for the Health Professions, 5th Edition helps you learn essential concepts of major diseases/disorders and disease processes. Continuing in its well-known tradition of readability and vivid, full-color illustrations, the text is updated with the latest research and trends in human disease. Disorders are described by body system, with coverage of the interactions between systems, and special features help you apply the material to real-life situations. No matter which healthcare field you may enter, Gould's Pathophysiology prepares you for the conditions encountered in clinical practice. "Gould's Pathophysiology for the Health Professions can easily be incorporated into a course as a prescribed book to students in the health care professions. The authors of this book are commended for their contribution to the literature on pathophysiology and its application to the health professions." Reviewed by: Dr Benita Olivier, University of the Witwatersrand, Date: Oct 14 Concise and readable approach includes the information you need without being overwhelming, even if you have a limited scientific background. Unique Think About questions alert you to important points and help with self-evaluation, test preparation, and review. Warning Signs boxes help you identify the pre-emptive signs of physiologic events such as strokes. Emergency Treatment boxes give step-by-step instructions to follow for emergencies such as shock, cardiac arrest, and pneumothorax. Apply Your Knowledge questions ask you to use what you've learned to predict What can go wrong with this structure or system? Ready References in the appendix provide a quick lookup for anatomic terms, conversion tables, abbreviations and acronyms, diagnostic studies and tests, and more. Key terms are listed at the beginning of each chapter and defined within the text, covering the scientific terminology you need to know. Research boxes discuss new developments, problem areas of pathophysiology, and complications associated with research. Learning objectives and bulleted chapter summaries help you focus on key concepts and information. NEW Defense/Protective Mechanisms section consolidates coverage of inflammation and healing, infection, and immunity. UPDATED chapters are reorganized with a building-block method that presents content in a more logical and systematic approach. UPDATED format for individual disorders includes 1) background, 2) pathophysiology, 3) etiology, 4) signs and symptoms, 5) diagnoses, 6) possible related complications/disorders, and 7) treatments/research. NEW! Pathophysiology of Body Systems chapters begin with a brief review of normal anatomy and physiology and show the interrelatedness and the interactions between systems. NEW authors bring a fresh and contemporary approach to the content while keeping true to the integrity of Barbara Gould's original text.

A concise, easy-to-understand introduction to the fundamentals, Pathophysiology for the Health Professions, 4th Edition helps you learn to identify disease processes and disorders. Authors Barbara Gould and Ruthanna Dyer continue the tradition of a text known for its readability and vivid, full-color illustrations, updated with the latest research and clinical advances. Unique Challenge, Think About, and Emergency Treatment features help in applying the material to real-life situations. No matter which area in the healthcare field you may enter, this book provides essential preparation for conditions encountered in clinical practice. Concise and readable approach includes the information students need without overwhelming them, even if they have a limited scientific background. Unique Challenge feature asks "What can go wrong with this structure or system?" as a way to help students facilitate progress by using previously learned knowledge. Unique Think About boxes help with self-evaluation, test preparation, and review. Unique Emergency Treatment boxes list basic emergency measures; these can be modified to fit specific professions, established protocols, or practice settings. Research boxes discuss new developments, problem areas of pathophysiology, and complications associated with research. Warning Signs boxes summarize conditions that may develop in patients. Diagnostic tests and treatments are included for each of the major disorders. Case studies in each chapter provide a basis for discussion or can be used as an assignment. Study questions offer a self-assessment on the material in each chapter. Ready References in the appendix provide a quick lookup for anatomic terms, conversion tables, abbreviations and acronyms, diagnostic studies and tests, and more. A companion Evolve website includes web links, learning activities, content updates, and more. New content on the causes and trends related to disease, new drugs, technology, and treatment. Coverage of obesity and its complications, including an in-depth discussion of metabolic syndrome. Multiple disorder syndromes in the aged client. DNA, genetics and the Human Genome Project with current research on protein pathways in health (proteomics) and the implications for drug treatment and disease causation. Coverage of autism. Updated content on the H1N1 virus and communicable diseases; HIV, cancer causation, and immunology; and substance abuse to reflect common practices in the use of illicit (street) drugs as well as abuse of prescription medications. Case studies revised to emphasize chronic diseases, prevention, and acute care, and to apply to a wider range of health professions. Appendices reorganized for improved reference and lookup.

With modules corresponding to the material in Gould: Pathophysiology for the Health Professions, 4th Edition text, Pathophysiology Online demonstrates disease processes and disorders in a clear and visual way. A wide range of animations, audio, and other interactive resources enhance understanding of pathophysiology for any learning style. Case-based content is presented in small "chunks" for easier comprehension, and includes Clinical Correlations to help you apply concepts you've learned. Within each module, a set of lessons helps you understand, study, and review pathophysiology with self-assessment through Self-Check activities and Think About exercises. Developed for students in the health professions by Karin VanMeter and Robert J. Hubert, Pathophysiology Online is the perfect tool to get the most out of your book! Animations and audio narration demonstrate the more difficult disease and health processes, showing how, why, when, and the order in which abnormal physiologic processes take place. Clinical Correlation case studies let you apply pathophysiology to the real world, with each including a case "patient," an electronic health record, and self-assessment questions. Self-assessment activities make learning more fun and challenging, including Self-Check activities such as image association, drag-and-drop, matching, multiple choice, flash card activities, and Think About short-answer exercises -- all with immediate feedback. Learning features highlight important material with a module overview, a lesson overview with learning objectives for each lesson, glossary terms, and a module summary. Additional photos and art not included in the textbook visually reinforce learning. Audio glossary offers quick, easy access to new and unfamiliar terms, with pronunciations and definitions.