Description
Illustrated and in full color, this collection of spiral-bound cards covers important pathophysiology concepts using humor, cartoons, and mnemonics. These cards use a variety of learning techniques to encourage retention and understanding of pathophysiology, and are a useful aid for reviewing and studying throughout nursing school and for the NCLEX examination. This study tool is convenient and easy to use, whether the reader wants to use it as a spiral-bound notebook or as individual flashcards.
Product Details
Reference
34203
EAN13
9780323037266
ISBN
9780323037266
Data sheet
Publication date
2006
Issue number
1
Cover
soft binded
Pages count
208
Dimensions (mm)
102 x 152
Weight (g)
372
1. Cellular MetabolismGenetics 2. Elements of Genetics 3. Autosomal Dominant and Recessive 4. X-linked InheritanceBodys Self-Defense 5. Mechanism of Immunity 6. Characteristics of Immune Response 7. Immunity 8. Inflammation 9. Stress ResponseCellular Proliferation 10. Oncogene 11. Carcinogenesis 12. MetastasisPulmonary System 13. Common symptoms of pulmonary problems 14. Alveolar-Capillary Gas Exchange 15. Dyspnea 16. Hypercapnia 17. Hypoxemia 18. Carbon Dioxide Narcosis 19. Oxygen ToxicityCardiovascular System 20. Common Symptoms of Cardiac Problems 21. Cardiac Output 22. Atherosclerosis 23. Hypertension 24. Ischemia 25. Heart Failure 26. Valvular Dysfunction 27. Cardiac Conduction System 28. Peripheral Vascular Occlusion 29. Congenital Heart Defects 30. Cardiac Tamponade 31. Cor PulmonaleHematologic 32. Common Hematologic Problems 33. Blood Components 34. Blood Cells 35. ABO Blood Grouping and Rh Factor 36. Clotting Mechanism 37. Abnormal WBC ProductionThe Endocrine 38. Negative Feedback Control of Hormones 39. Factors That Influence Insulin Production 40. Somogyi Effect 41. Dawn Phenomenon 42. Cushing Syndrome 43. Addison Disease 44. Aging and Endocrine System FunctionMusculoskeletal System 45. Common Clues to Musculoskeletal Woes 46. Types of Fractures 47. Joint Movement 48. Inflammatory Joint Disease (Arthritis) 49. Joint Degeneration - Osteoarthritis 50. Congenital Musculoskeletal Defects and Deformity 51. Aging and Musculoskeletal System FunctionSensory System 52. Alterations in Ocular Movements 53. Alterations in Visual Acuity 54. Alterations in Refraction 55. The Normal Ear 56. Hearing Loss 57. Ear InfectionsNervous System 58. Problems in the Central Nervous System 59. Pain 60. Blood Brain Barrier 61. Cranial Nerves 62. Brain Hemisphere Function 63. Seizures 64. CNS Trauma- Coupe and Contrecoup 65. CNS Inflammation and Infection 66. CNS Degenerative DiseasesGastrointestinal System 67. Intake and Output 68. GI Bleeding 69. GI Distention 70. Fecal Characteristics 71. Digestion and Absorption 72. Malabsorption 73. Elimination 74. Obstructions in the GI systemHepatic and Biliary Systems 75. Common Symptoms of Hepatic and Biliary Problems 76. Bilirubin Metabolism 77. HepatitisRenal and Urologic System 78. Alterations in Renal and Urinary Function 79. Renal Function - Renin-Angiotensin 80. Glomerular Filtration 81. Glomerulonephritis 82. Aging and Renal FunctionReproductive System 83. Menstrual Alterations 84. Disorders of the Penis and Scrotum 85. Puberty 86. Menstrual Cycle 87. Infertility 88. Menopause 89. Sexually Transmitted InfectionsIntegumentary System 90. Primary Skin Lesions 91. Secondary Skin Lesions 92. Burn Wound Depth 93. Aging and Skin ChangesMulti-system Problems 94. Cardiogenic Shock 95. Hypovolemic Shock 96. Neurogenic Shock