Understanding Pathophysiology - E-BookMake difficult pathophysiology concepts come to life! Filled with vibrant illustrations, simplified language, and detailed online content Understanding Pathophysiology, 7th Edition delivers the most accurate information on treatments, manifestations, and mechanisms of disease across the lifespan. This new edition is fully revised and includes coverage of rare diseases and epigenetics to you with a thorough understanding of conditions affecting the human body. Plus, with over 30 new 3D animations on the companion Evolve site, quick check boxes at the end of each chapter, and disease progression algorithms, this text helps you engage with the fundamental knowledge you need to succeed in nursing school and in practice.
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Contents
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2 Body Systems and Diseases | 298 |
| 1056 | |
Prefixes and Suffixes Used in Medical Terminology | 1096 |
Inside Back Cover | 1097 |
Common terms and phrases
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Bibliographic information
| Title | Understanding Pathophysiology - E-Book |
| Authors | Sue E. Huether, Kathryn L. McCance |
| Edition | 7 |
| Publisher | Elsevier Health Sciences, 2019 |
| ISBN | 0323672817, 9780323672818 |
| Length | 1116 pages |
| Subjects | › Medical / Pathophysiology |
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