Author(s): Karin C. VanMeter; Robert J. Hubert

Pathophysiology

• Concise and readable approach includes the information students need without overwhelming them, even if they have a limited scientific background.
• Unique Challenge feature asks "What can go wrong with this structure or system?" as a way to help students facilitate progress by using previously learned knowledge.
• Unique Think About boxes help with self-evaluation, test preparation, and review.
• Unique Emergency Treatment boxes list basic emergency measures; these can be modified to fit specific professions, established protocols, or practice settings.
• Research boxes discuss new developments, problem areas of pathophysiology, and complications associated with research.
• Warning Signs boxes summarize conditions that may develop in patients.
• Diagnostic tests and treatments are included for each of the major disorders.
• Case studies in each chapter provide a basis for discussion or can be used as an assignment.
• Study questions offer a self-assessment on the material in each chapter.
• Ready References in the appendix provide a quick lookup for anatomic terms, conversion tables, abbreviations and acronyms, diagnostic studies and tests, and more.
• A companion Evolve website includes web links, learning activities, content updates, and more.

• New content on the causes and trends related to disease, new drugs, technology, and treatment.
• Coverage of obesity and its complications, including an in-depth discussion of metabolic syndrome.
• Multiple disorder syndromes in the aged client.
• DNA, genetics and the Human Genome Project with current research on protein pathways in health (proteomics) and the implications for drug treatment and disease causation.
• Coverage of autism.
• Updated content on the H1N1 virus and communicable diseases; HIV, cancer causation, and immunology; and substance abuse to reflect common practices in the use of illicit (street) drugs as well as abuse of prescription medications.
• Case studies revised to emphasize chronic diseases, prevention, and acute care, and to apply to a wider range of health professions.
• Appendices reorganized for improved reference and lookup.