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Porth’s Essentials of Pathophysiology 5th Edition by Tommie L. Norris, ISBN-13: 978-1975107192

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Porth’s Essentials of Pathophysiology 5th Edition by Tommie L. Norris, ISBN-13: 978-1975107192

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  • Publisher: ‎ LWW; 5th edition (November 5, 2019)
  • Language: ‎ English
  • 1248 pages
  • ISBN-10: ‎ 1975107195
  • ISBN-13: ‎ 978-1975107192

Vital Disease Information for Your Success in Nursing.

Ready yourself for the realities of professional nursing practice with this proven approach to pathophysiology. Distilling need-to-know disease content in a clear, accessible format, Porth’s Essentials of Pathophysiology offers concise yet complete coverage of how the body works to help you establish the scientific foundation essential to success in your nursing career.

  • Approachable presentation builds understanding from basic to advanced concepts and defines key terms as you progress.
  • “Chunked” content–including Learning Objectives, Key Points boxes, and Summary Concepts sections–highlights critical points for reflection.
  • Full-color illustrations clarify the clinical manifestations of diseases and disease processes.
  • Review Exercises at the end of each chapter test your retention and identify areas for further study.
  • References provide fast, efficient access to normal laboratory values in both conventional and SI units, as well as a comprehensive glossary.
  • Narrated animations referenced by icons in the text and available online enhance your understanding of the most challenging and clinically relevant concepts.

Table of Contents:

UNIT 1 – Concepts of Health and Disease

Chapter 1– Concepts of Health and Disease

UNIT 2 – Cell Function and Growth

Chapter 2 — Cell and Tissue Characteristics

Chapter 3 — Cellular Adaptation, Injury, and Death

Chapter 4 — Genetic Control of Cell Function and Inheritance

Chapter 5 — Genetic and Congenital Disorders

Chapter 6 — Neoplasia

UNIT 3 – Disorders of Integrative Function

Chapter 7 — Stress and Adaptation

Chapter 8 — Disorders of Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid–Base Balance

UNIT 4 – Infection, Inflammation, and Immunity

Chapter 9 — Inflammation, Tissue Repair, and Wound Healing

Chapter 10 — Mechanisms of Infectious Disease

Chapter 11– Innate and Adaptive Immunity

Chapter 12 — Disorders of the Immune Response, Including HIV/AIDS

UNIT 5 – Disorders of Neural Function

Chapter 13 — Organization and Control of Neural Function

Chapter 14 — Somatosensory Function, Pain, Headache, and Temperature Regulation

Chapter 15 — Disorders of Motor Function

Chapter 16 — Disorders of Brain Function

Chapter 17 — Sleep and Sleep–Wake Disorders

Chapter 18 — Disorders of Thought, Emotion, and Memory

UNIT 6 – Disorders of Special Sensory Function

Chapter 19 — Disorders of Visual Function

Chapter 20 — Disorders of Hearing and Vestibular Function

Chapter 21 — Blood Cells and the Hematopoietic System

Chapter 22 — Disorders of Hemostasis

Chapter 23 — Disorders of Red Blood Cells

Chapter 24 — Disorders of White Blood Cells and Lymphoid Tissues

UNIT 8 – Disorders of Cardiovascular Function

Chapter 25 — Structure and Function of the Cardiovascular System

Chapter 26 — Disorders of Blood Flow and Blood Pressure Regulation

Chapter 27 — Disorders of Cardiac Function, and Heart Failure and Circulatory Shock

Chapter 28 — Disorders of Cardiac Conduction and Rhythm

UNIT 9 – Disorders of Respiratory Function

Chapter 29 — Structure and Function of the Respiratory System

Chapter 30 — Respiratory Tract Infections, Neoplasms, and Childhood Disorders

Chapter 31 — Disorders of Ventilation and Gas Exchange

UNIT 10 – Disorders of Renal Function

Chapter 32 — Structure and Function of the Kidney

Chapter 33 — Disorders of Renal Function

Chapter 34 — Acute Kidney Injury and Chronic Kidney Disease

Chapter 35 — Disorders of the Bladder and Lower Urinary Tract

UNIT 11- Disorders of Gastrointestinal Function

Chapter 36 — Structure and Function of the Gastrointestinal System

Chapter 37 — Disorders of Gastrointestinal Function

Chapter 38 — Disorders of Hepatobiliary and Exocrine Pancreas Function

Chapter 39 — Alterations in Nutritional Status

UNIT 12 – Disorders of Endocrine Function

Chapter 40 — Mechanisms of Endocrine Control1

Chapter 41– Disorders of Endocrine Control of Growth and Metabolism

UNIT 13 – Disorders of Genitourinary and Reproductive Function

Chapter 42 — Structure and Function of the Male Genitourinary System

Chapter 43 — Disorders of the Male Reproductive System

Chapter 44 — Structure and Function of the Female Reproductive System

Chapter 45 — Disorders of the Female Reproductive System

Chapter 46 — Sexually Transmitted Infections

UNIT 14 – Disorders of Musculoskeletal Function

Chapter 47 — Structure and Function of the Musculoskeletal System

Chapter 48 — Disorders of Musculoskeletal Function: Trauma, Infection, Neoplasms1

Chapter 49 — Disorders of Musculoskeletal Function: Developmental and Metabolic Disorders, Activity Intolerance, and Fatigue

Chapter 50 — Disorders of Musculoskeletal Function: Rheumatic Disorders

UNIT 15 – Disorders of Integumentary Function

Chapter 51 — Structure and Function of the Skin

Chapter 52 — Disorders of Skin Integrity and Function

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