Description
Arranged by body system (with additional chapters covering cancer, infection, fluids and electrolytes, and genetics), chapters describe signs and symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, complications, and nursing considerations for approximately 250 diseases and disorders. The outer margin of each page displays quick reference summaries, and two sections of color plates provide detailed explanations of coronary artery disease, stroke, emphysema, and other complex disorders. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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This unique 2-in-1 reference presents vital information on pathophysiology in two helpful ways on every page. The wide inner column contains detailed narrative text; the narrow outer column contains brief bulleted summaries of the same information. This format enables nurses to quickly scan the bulleted points and jump to in-depth information as needed without turning the page. Organized by body system, the book covers 220 diseases and disorders. Two 8-page full-color inserts illustrate selected disorders. Illustrations and flowcharts demonstrate abnormal structures and pathophysiologic processes. Icons highlight complications, life-threatening disorders, emergency interventions, and effects of treatment on disease processes.
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