Fundamentals of Applied Pathophysiology:An Essential Guide for Nursing and Healthcare Students

by: Ian Peate (Editor)

Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
Edition:3rd

Publication Date: 8 Sept. 2017

Language: English

Print Length: 624 pages

ISBN-10: 1119219477

ISBN-13: 9781119219477

Book Description

Fundamentals of Applied Pathophysiology continues to be an accessible and comprehensive introductory text to pathophysiology, written specifically for nursing and healthcare students to assist in the understanding of human anatomy, and the complex disease patterns that affect normal physiology.Thoroughly updated, and with full-colour illustrations throughout, this new edition incorporates additional learning features including reflective questions at the end of each chapter, investigation boxes, medication alerts, red flags to indicate essential information to be aware of when providing care, vital signs boxes relating to physiological measurements as well as inclusion of the National Early Warning Score.With emphasis placed on a multidisciplinary approach, Fundamentals of Applied Pathophysiology highlights the importance of contemporary, safe, and effective practice in an environment in which the delivery of care is constantly evolving.