This book presents the basic principles of human disease, organized by human organ system. It provides practical information for both health career and non-professional readers–unlike other books, which are generally too high level or specialized for this purpose. New in this edition are sections on Pharmacology and aging added to each chapter, new photos, an expanded end-of-chapter review complete with case studies, “Fact or Fiction” sections throughout, new sections on Mental Illness and Psychological Disorder and more. Existing content has been updated throughout. It also offers a FREE book-specific Website that connects readers quickly to reliable resources on the Internet and comes with a FREE CD-ROM. Full-color illustrations and photographs are throughout. An ideal reference for health professionals, readers preparing for a health course, biology teachers or for anyone interested in learning more about human diseases.

Human Diseases: A Systemic Approach

Mulvihill, Mary Lou

Tompary, Elaine

Holdaway, Paul

Zelman, Mark, Ph.D.

Raymond, Jill, Ph.D.

Business & Money

Pearson

Product Details ISBN-13: 9780134294001 Publisher: Pearson Publication date: 07/07/2016 Pages: 288 Product dimensions: 6.10(w) x 8.80(h) x 0.20(

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Zelman Ph.D., Mark

Raymond, Jill

Holdaway M.A, Paul

Mulvihill Ph.D., Mary Lou

Allied Health Professions

Today's most accessible, accurate, current, and engaging introduction to basic pathophysiology Human Diseases: A Systemic Approach, Eighth Edition is today's most comprehensive visual survey of the common diseases affecting each body system. This edition has been extensively updated and reorganized to present the field's latest knowledge more efficiently and intuitively than ever. Organized by organ system, it contains completely rewritten chapters on cancer, the nervous system, mental illness and cognitive disorders, the urinary system, the respiratory system, heredity, the endocrine system, cardiovascular system, and blood; as well as an entirely new chapter on the eye and ear (special senses). Its superior pedagogy has been enhanced with stronger foundational coverage of disease mechanisms, new Healthy Aging and Promote Your Health features, and extensive new artwork. Teaching and Learning Experience This text will help allied health students quickly understand the principles of pharmacology, learn how those principles manifest themselves in human disease, and use this knowledge in their careers. It offers:¿ <ul>
<li> A stronger foundation in the latest knowledge: Starts by providing a strong foundation in terminology, and the concepts associated with immunity, inflammation, inheritance, cancer, and infectious diseases; then presents updated visual coverage of every body system¿</li> <li> Promotion of critical thinking throughout: Contains multiple features designed to encourage critical thinking -- both by individual students and in classroom settings¿</li> <li> Emphasis on disease prevention and health promotion: Links key concepts to opportunities for students to promote health and prevent disease in both others and themselves</li> </ul>
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This book presents the basic principles of human disease, organized by human organ system. It provides practical information for both health career and non-professional readers—unlike other books, which are generally too high level or specialized for this purpose. New to this edition are: new diagnostic tests and lab procedures; enhanced coverage in treatment and diagnostic sections in disorders to include common treatments and general pharm options; increased coverage of disease statistics, prevalencies, risk factors for diseases and conditions; addition of prevention and aging to Diseases at a Glance table at the end of each chapter; A new page will be added at the end of each chapter which walks the readers through the multimedia resources that are available for each chapter; and much more!

Human Diseases: A Systemic Approach (7th Edition)

Mulvihill Ph.D., Mary Lou E.

William Rainey Harper College, Palatine, IL. Textbook, for allied health students, is organized by body system and provides practical information in pathology and human disease introductory courses. Full-color text includes a new chapter on infectious diseases and a CD-ROM containing interactive activities.

Human Diseases: A Systemic Approach (5th Edition)

Zelman, Mark

Turchany, Jill

Nursing

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