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Anatomy & physiology for health professions : an interactive journey / by Colbert, Bruce J.; Ankney, Jeff,author.; Lee, Karen T.,author.;
Includes index.Introduction to anatomy and physiology -- The human body -- Biochemistry -- The cells -- Tissues and systems -- The skeletal system -- The muscular system -- The integumentary system -- The nervous system (part I) -- The nervous system (part II) -- The senses -- The endocrine system -- The cardiovascular system -- The respiratory system -- The lymphatic and immune systems -- The gastrointestinal system -- The urinary system -- The reproductive system -- The journey's end."Anatomy and physiology for Health Professions: An Interactive Journey is a hands-on, visually rich study companion guiding allied health and nursing students through human body systems and clinical applications. With a conversational tone, relatable analogies, and light humor, the authors provide an enjoyable read reinforcing lasting connections" - Amazon.com
Subjects: Anatomy.; Physiological Phenomena.; Physiology.;
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Anatomy and physiology for nursing and healthcare students at a glance / by Peate, Ian,author.https://id.oclc.org/worldcat/entity/E39PBJqkc8GXtCY4F7Cg9VPJDq;
Includes bibliographical references (page 150) and index."Anatomy & Physiology for Nursing & Healthcare Students at a Glance provides a wonderful introduction to the topic and is geared specifically towards nursing students. This is also a useful reference guide for any healthcare professional looking for a quick refresher on the human body. With concise writing that provides an overview of anatomy and physiology for students, this text is aimed at helping students develop practical skills and deliver increasingly complex care for patients through the study of how the body functions. Readers will also find: User-friendly approaches that includes bite-size pieces of information and full-colour diagrams to help students retain, recall, and apply facts to their practice Clear, easy-to-follow diagrams supported by succinct explanatory text Clinical practice points that aim to encourage readers to relate to the theoretical concepts in practice New to the second edition: a new chapter on anatomical terms emphasising the importance of the correct anatomical terminology in communication between healthcare professionals Includes access to a companion website with self-assessment questions for each chapter This quick and easy-to-digest introduction to anatomy and physiology is the perfect textbook for nursing students in all fields of practice, allied healthcare students including paramedics and physiotherapists, and newly qualified nurses and nursing associates. It is also an ideal reference book for anyone looking for an overview of the human body"--Foundations -- The nervous system -- The heart and vascular system -- The respiratory system -- The gastrointestinal tract -- The urinary system -- The male reproductive system -- The female reproductive system -- The endocrine system -- The skin -- The musculoskeletal system -- The skin -- The senses.
Subjects: Anatomy.; Anatomy; Physiological Phenomena;
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West's respiratory physiology : the essentials / by West, John B.(John Burnard),author.; Luks, Andrew,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Structure and function -- Ventilation -- Diffusion -- Blood flow and metabolism -- Ventilation-perfusion relationships -- Gas transport by the blood -- Mechanics of breathing -- Control of ventilation -- Respiratory system under stress -- Tests of pulmonary function.
Subjects: Respiration.; Respiratory Physiological Phenomena;
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Pathophysiology / by Banasik, Jacquelyn L.,author.; Copstead, Lee Ellen,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Unit I. Pathophysiologic Processes. Introduction to Pathophysiology -- Homeostasi, Allostasis, and Adaptive Responses to StressorsUnit II. Cellular Function. Cell Structure and Function -- Cell Injury Aging, and Death -- Genome Structure, Regulation, and Tissue Differentiation -- Genetic and Developmental Disorders -- Neoplasia.Unit III. Defense. Infectious Processes -- Inflammation and Immunity -- Alterations in Immune Function -- Malignant Disorders of White Blood Cells -- HIV Disease and AIDS.Unit IV. Oxygen Transport, Blood Coagulation, Blood Flow, and Blood Pressure. Alterations in Oxygen Transport -- Alterations in Homeostasis and Blood Coagulation -- Alterations in Blood Flow -- Alterations in Blood Pressure.Unit V. Cardiac Function. Cardiac Function -- Alterations in Cardiac Function -- Heart Failure and Dysrhythmias: Common Sequelae of Cardiac Diseases -- Shock.Unit VI. Respiratory Function. Respiratory Function and Alterations in Gas Exchange -- Obstructive Pulmonary Disorders -- Restrictive Pulmonary Disorders.Unit VII. Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Homeostasis. Fluid and Electrolyte Homeostasis and Imbalances -- Acid-Base Homeostasis and Imbalances.Unit VIII. Renal and Bladder Function. Renal Function -- Intrarenal Disorders -- Acute Kidney Injury and Chronic Kidney Disease -- Disorders of the Lower Urinary Tract.Unit IX. Genital and Reproductive Function. Male Genital and Reproductive Function -- Alterations in Male Genital and Reproductive Function -- Female Genital and Reproductive Function -- Alterations in Female Genital and Reproductive Function -- Sexually Transmitted Infections.Unit X. Gastrointestinal Function. Gastrointestinal Function -- Gastrointestinal Disorders -- Alterations in Function of the Gallbladder and Exocrine Pancreas -- Liver Diseases.Unit XI. Endocrine Function, Metabolism, and Nutrition. Endocrine Physiology and Mechanisms of Hypothalamic-Pituitary Regulation -- Disorders of Endocrine Function -- Diabetes Mellitus -- Nutrition and Metabolic Disorders.Unit XII. Neural Function. Structure and Function of the Nervous System -- Acute Disorders of Brain Function -- Chronic Disorders of Neurologic Function -- Alterations in Special Sensory Function -- Pain.Unit XIII. Neuropsychological Function. Neurobiology of Psychotic Illnesses -- Neurobiology of Nonpsychotic Illnesses.Unit XIV. Musculoskeletal Support and Movement. Structure and Function of the Musculoskeletal System -- Alterations in Musculoskeletal Function: Trauma, Infection, and Disease -- Alterations in Musculoskeletal Function: Rheumatic Disorders.Unit XV. Integumentary System. Alterations in the Integumentary System -- Burn Injuries."Develop a strong understanding of pathophysiology. Pathophysiology, 6th Edition explores the etiology, pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, and treatment of diseases and disorders. Each section focuses on the major alterations in the homeostasis of the body systems in order to provide you with a unifying framework. Current scientific findings and relevant global research are integrated throughout the book, with chapters organized by body system, beginning with an illustrated review of anatomy and normal physiology. Each chapter includes a discussion on the disease processes and abnormalities that may occur, with a focus on the pathophysiologic concepts involved. Written by leading educators, this text simplifies a rigorous subject with practical learning resources, an emphasis on critical thinking, and coverage of the latest scientific findings and relevant research. Plus, more than 1,000 updated, full color illustrations and photos throughout, give you a chance to visualize disease and disease processes and gain a clearer understanding of the material." -- Provided by publisher.
Subjects: Physiology, Pathological.; Pathology.; Physiology.; Physiological Phenomena.;
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Cardiovascular physiology / by Mohrman, David E.; Heller, Lois Jane,author.;
Preface -- Overview of the cardiovascular system -- Characteristics of cardiac muscle cells -- The heart pump -- Measurements of cardiac function -- Cardiac abnormalities -- The peripheral vascular system -- Vascular control -- Hemodynamic interactions -- Regulation of arterial pressure -- Cardiovascular responses to physiological stresses -- Cardiovascular function in pathological situations -- Answers to study questions -- Appendix A -- Appendix B -- Appendix C -- Appendix E -- Index."Cardiovascular Physiology is a concise and enjoyable way for you to gain a fundamental knowledge of the basic operating principles of the intact cardiovascular system and how those principles apply to clinical medicine. Succinct but thorough, it focuses on the facts and concepts you must know to get a solid 'big picture' overview of how the cardiovascular system operates in normal and abnormal situations. No other text will prove more valuable in enhancing your ability to evaluate the myriad new information you will be exposed to throughout your career, than Cardiovascular Physiology."--Back cover.
Subjects: Cardiovascular system; Cardiovascular Physiological Phenomena.;
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The handy nutrition answer book / by Barnes-Svarney, Patricia L.; Svarney, Thomas E.;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 353-354) and index.The basics of nutrition: micronutrients -- The basics of nutrition: macronutrients and non-nutrients -- Food chemistry and nutrition -- Nutrition in eating and drinking choices -- Food preservation and nutrition -- Nutrition and allergies, illnesses, and diseases -- Nutrition throughout the centuries -- Modern nutrition -- controversies with food, beverages, and nutrition -- Nutrition throughout life -- Nutrition and you.Your fitness, health, and well-being depend on food and proper nutrition. Yet, knowing what is in the foods we eat, understanding the differences between good and bad fat, learning which foods are good sources of vitamins, keeping up on the latest scientific discoveries, or discerning the effectiveness of different diets can be challenging. To help answer these questions there's The Handy Nutrition Answer Book. Additionally, the book scrutinizes the pros, cons, and effectiveness of the biggest, most popular, and trendiest diets on the market today.
Subjects: Nutrition; Nutritional Physiological Phenomena.;
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Pathophysiology : a practical approach / by Story, Lachel,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Cellular Function -- Immunity -- Hematopoietic Function -- Cardiovascular Function -- Respiratory Function -- Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Homeostasis -- Urinary Function -- Reproductive Function -- Gastrointestinal Function -- Endocrine Function -- Neural Function -- Musculoskeletal Function -- Integumentary Function -- Sensory Function."Story, Pathophysiology: A Practical Approach, is a solid undergraduate text for a course of the same name. It is a fourteen-chapter text attractive to the modern student: concise, well-written, focused on the essential, and applicable to practice"--
Subjects: Nurses Instruction.; Physiology, Pathological.; Pathologic Processes.; Physiological Phenomena.;
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Essentials of anatomy and physiology / by Scanlon, Valerie C.,1946-author.; Sanders, Tina,1943-author.;
Organization and general plan of the body -- Some basic chemistry -- Cells -- Tissues and membranes -- The integumentary system -- The skeletal system -- The muscular system -- The nervous system -- The senses -- The endocrine system -- Blood -- The heart -- The vascular system -- The lymphatic system and immunity -- The respiratory system -- The digestive system -- Body temperature and metabolism -- The urinary system -- Fluid-electrolyte and acid-base balance -- The reproductive systems -- Human development and genetics -- An introduction to microbiology and human disease."Flexible presentation of content makes the text suitable for any course. Precisely detailed, full-color illustrations throughout make every concept clear. Highly detailed anatomy photographs and full-color illustrations enhance visual learning. Clinical application boxes put theory into action. Extensive microbiology tables reinforce the text. Questions for every figure in the book encourage critical thinking and reinforce understanding of the image and the content. A wealth of pedagogical features promotes learning and includes chapter outlines • student objectives • new and related clinical terminology (with pronunciations) • study outlines • review questions and "For Further Thought" discussion topics • and a comprehensive glossary.Pretests and post-tests for every chapter with print and email capabilities assess progress" - Amazon.com.
Subjects: Human anatomy.; Human physiology.; Anatomy.; Physiological Phenomena.;
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Essentials of anatomy and physiology for nursing practice / by Cook, Neal,author.; Boore, Jennifer R. P.,author.; Shepherd, Andrea,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.This updated second edition brings together text, video, full-colour illustrations, interactive activities and more, to provide nursing students with a comprehensive guide to understanding the healthy functioning of the human body.Homeostasis -- The human cell -- Genetic and epigenetic control of biological systems -- The human microbiome and health -- The nervous system: Control of body function -- Special and general senses: Responding to the environment -- The endocrine system: Control of internal functions -- The digestive system: Nutrient supply and waste elimination -- Metabolism and liver function -- The respiratory system: Gaseous exchange -- The renal system: Fluid, electrolyte and acid-base balance -- The cardiovascular and lymphatic systems: Internal transport -- The immune system: Internal protection -- Skin and temperature regulation -- The Musculoskeletal system: Support and movement -- The reproductive systems -- Development through the lifespan.
Subjects: Human physiology.; Human anatomy.; Physiological Phenomena.; Anatomy.;
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Porth's pathophysiology : concepts of altered health states / by Norris, Tommie L.,editor.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."Make the most of your pathophysiology course and master the knowledge to ensure clinical success. Trusted for more than 30 years and updated to reflect today's nursing challenges, this engaging text makes complex concepts accessible and helps you easily and confidently grasp normal body function, the effects of disease on body systems, and the body's ability to compensate and adapt. This edition also considers the many technological advances that allow healthcare providers to diagnose earlier and with more accuracy"--
Subjects: Diseases.; Pathologic Processes; Physiological Phenomena; Disease;
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