Human Diseases - Softcover

Neighbors, Marianne; Tannehill-Jones, Ruth

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1435427513 ISBN 13: 9781435427518

Publisher: Cengage Learning, 2009

Synopsis

Now in its third edition, this best selling full-color text is better than ever! Organized by body systems, this essential pathophysiology text is written specifically for allied health learners and as a reference for allied health professionals. This book is also ideal as a resource on basic diseases for anyone within the medical arena or lay community. It is designed to make difficult pathophysiology concepts easier to understand by using consistent organization, and includes pronunciations, boxed features, and full-color illustrations and photos. Chapters progress through a basic review of anatomy and physiology before introducing the most common diseases. Common diseases and disorders are presented consistently through description, etiology, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and prevention headings.

About this title

About the Author:

Dr. Marianne Neighbors is Professor Emeritus at the University of Arkansas, Eleanor Mann School of Nursing in Fayetteville.

Ruth Tannehill-Jones retired after 28 years in staff nursing, nursing education, and hospital administration. She served most recently as Vice President, Patient Care Services for Mercy Health System, NWA, St. Mary's Hospital.

Review:

1. Introduction To Human Diseases. 2. Mechanisms Of Disease. 3. Neoplasms. 4. Inflammation And Infection. Unit II Common Diseases And Disorders Of Body Systems. 5. Immune System Diseases And Disorders. 6. Musculoskeletal System Diseases And Disorders. 7. Blood And Blood-Forming Organs Diseases And Disorders. 8. Cardiovascular System Diseases And Disorders. 9. Respiratory System Diseases And Disorders. 10. Lymphatic System Diseases And Disorders. 11. Digestive System Diseases And Disorders. 13. Urinary System Diseases And Disorders. 14. Endocrine System Diseases And Disorders. 15. Nervous System Diseases And Disorders. 16. Eye And Ear Diseases And Disorders. 17. Reproductive System Diseases And Disorders. 18. Integumentary System Diseases And Disorders. Unit III Genetic/Developmental, Childhood, And Mental Health Diseases And Disorders. 19. Genetic And Developmental Diseases And Disorders. 20. Childhood Diseases And Disorders. 21. Mental Health Diseases And Disorders.

About this edition

• Publisher: Cengage Learning
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 1435427513
• ISBN 13: 9781435427518
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 544