Introductory Pathophysiology for Nursing and Healthcare Professionals

Introductory Pathophysiology for Nurses and Healthcare Professionals

Mark Zelman, Elaine Tompary, Jill Raymond, Paul Holdaway, Mary Lou Mulvihill, Martin Steggall and Maria Dingle

Introductory Pathophysiology for Nurses and Healthcare Professionals is a comprehensive visual survey of pathophysiology. Explore and understand common pathologies for each body system with full colour illustrations, photographs and learning features which make the potentially complex subject of pathophysiology interesting and accessible.

Each chapter discusses common pathologies along with the prevalence of the disease in the UK, enabling care to be based on a sound foundation of the body’s functions.

If you are a student or a healthcare professional who is learning about applied pathophysiology and related pharmacology, this is an ideal introduction to the subject.

Key Features: Clear, concise guide to pathophysiology. Covers common diseases for each body system. ‘Diseases at a glance’ feature for quick reference to the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of common diseases. Case studies and self-assessment questions that are linked to UK-based practice. Contains terminology guides, clinical applications, amazing facts and learning hints. Premium website containing interactive exercises, self-assessment questions, an audio glossary and revision flashcards.

About the Adapting Editors:

Dr Martin Steggall is Associate Dean for Undergraduate Pre-registration Nursing and Midwifery; Senior Lecturer and Head of Department, Applied Biological Sciences, City University, London; Clincial Nurse Specialist in Erectile Dysfunction (Barts and The London NHS Trust), Clinical Nurse Specialist in Erectile Dysfunction and Premature Ejaculation, Tower Hamlets Primary Care Trust.

Ms Maria Dingle is Senior Lecturer, Department of Applied Biological Sciences, City University, London.