Master Advanced Physiology and Pathophysiology with This Award-Winning Textbook

Winner of the 2020 AJN Book-of-the-Year Award in Advanced Practice Nursing, this concise and well-organized textbook provides a deep understanding of key pathophysiological concepts and their relation to major disorders commonly seen in practice.

A Comprehensive Resource for Student Clinicians

The second edition of this esteemed textbook offers several new features that enhance its value in preparing student clinicians to care for patients with a broad variety of disorders effectively. With its inclusive language and conceptual organization, this text provides the key knowledge required to master pharmacology for prescriptive practice.

Key Features and Updates

• Standardized template for pediatric and gerontology content for clarity
• Expanded coverage of neonatal and pediatric development and vulnerabilities
• Methylation patterns of cell-free DNA (epigenetics) in oncology practice
• Expanded coverage of fluid and electrolyte balance
• Physiology of pregnancy, labor, and delivery
• Increased content on the social determinants of health
• Introduction of the exposome concept in human disease
• New content on biological and psychosocial aspects of human sexual development and variations relevant to LGBTQ+ centered care
• COVID-19-related concerns

Comprehensive and Engaging Content

This textbook addresses both healthy organ function and disease-associated changes, detailing and illustrating the cellular structure and function of each organ system and mechanisms of associated major clinical disorders. It examines the reasons patients often present with particular symptoms, the rationale for ordering specific diagnostic tests, and the interpretation of results, as well as common management strategies that proceed from the underlying pathology.

With over 500 images, case presentations to illustrate concepts, key points at the end of each chapter to reinforce knowledge, and a comprehensive glossary defining correct terminology, this textbook is a valuable resource for student clinicians. Comprehensive instructor resources are also available to support teaching and learning.

About the Authors

This esteemed textbook is written by Nancy Tkacs PhD RN and Linda Herrmann PhD RN ACHPN AGACNP-BC GNP-BC FAANP, renowned experts in advanced practice nursing.

Purchase this textbook to gain online access via most mobile devices or computers and take the first step towards becoming a well-informed and confident decision-maker in primary care settings.

Publisher: Springer Publishing Company

Edition: 2nd edition (March 28, 2024)

Language: English

Format: Paperback

Pages: 888

ISBN-10: 0826167551

ISBN-13: 978-0826167552