Written in clear language and specifically for the nursing context, the new edition of this bestselling book is your ultimate guide to pathophysiology and pharmacology. Through a uniquely integrated approach, the book develops your knowledge of both the pathology of common conditions and their pharmacological treatment. This holistic approach builds your knowledge of the key concepts and processes, with real world examples illustrating their application to nursing practice.
Key features
- Logical structure that starts with the basics and before developing your understanding of more complex areas
- Real world case studies demonstrate the application of pathophysiology and pharmacology across all fields of nursing
- A clear and concise writing style makes complex terminology and biological processes easy to understand
- Revised and updated in line with contemporary evidence and best practice
- Mapped to the 2018 NMC Standards
表中的内容
Part 1: Core concepts and key pathophysiological processes
Chapter 1: Introduction to pathophysiology and pharmacology
Chapter 2: The inflammatory response
Chapter 3: Infection
Chapter 4: The adaptive immune response
Chapter 5: Cancer
Part 2: Protective mechanisms
Chapter 6: Pain
Chapter 7: Nausea and vomiting
Part 3: Systems diseases and conditions
Chapter 8: Cardiovascular disease and hypertension
Chapter 9: Respiratory diseases
Chapter 10: Disorders of the gastrointestinal system
Chapter 11: Diabetes
Chapter 12: Neurological conditions
Chapter 13: Mental health conditions: depression
Chapter 14: Renal conditions
关于作者
Dr Vanessa Taylor is Associate Professor of Nursing at Northumbria University
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