Pathophysiology: Concepts of Altered Health States, Eighth Edition: International Edition

International Edition of Porth 8e - Comprehensive pathophysiology text that includes a review of normal A&P as well as some treatment information for commonly-occuring disease states. Pediatric, Geriatric, and Pregnancy deviations are integrated throughout yet highlighted with ICONs. Ancillaries include a FOB CD-ROM w/ animations, study questions. IRCD & "Point" CCM materials (PowerPoint slides, test generator w/ 1,000 test items, case studies). Newly updated art program highlights key concepts in this impressive text. This is the Eighth Edition of the comprehensive text and reference of pathophysiology. As a nurse-physiologist, Carol Porth uniquely emphasizes "concepts" of altered health states, as opposed to factual descriptions of diseases and disorders. This conceptual model integrates the developmental and preventative aspects of health. By taking this physiologic approach, the author ensures a comprehension of the whole of body function. By integrating all of the aspects of the human body into a total functional whole, the student can grasp both the physical and psychological aspects of altered health. This edition has a completely revamped art program and new displays that showcase pathophysiological processes though detailed visual representation. Other highlights include a greater international focus, expanded content on evidence-based practice and completely revised, updated chapters on genetics, disorders of white blood cells and lymphoid tissues, and innate and acquired immunity A text of pathophysiology that emphasizes 'concepts' of altered health states, as opposed to factual descriptions of diseases and disorders. It ensures a comprehension of the whole of body function and both the physical and psychological aspects of altered health.