Porth's Essentials of Pathophysiology (International Edition)

UNIT 1 - Concepts of Health and Disease

• Chapter 1-- Concepts of Health and Disease

UNIT 2 - Cell Function and Growth

• Chapter 2 -- Cell and Tissue Characteristics
• Chapter 3 -- Cellular Adaptation, Injury, and Death
• Chapter 4 -- Genetic Control of Cell Function and Inheritance
• Chapter 5 -- Genetic and Congenital Disorders
• Chapter 6 -- Neoplasia

UNIT 3 - Disorders of Integrative Function

• Chapter 7 -- Stress and Adaptation
• Chapter 8 -- Disorders of Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid–Base Balance

UNIT 4 - Infection, Inflammation, and Immunity

• Chapter 9 -- Inflammation, Tissue Repair, and Wound Healing
• Chapter 10 -- Mechanisms of Infectious Disease
• Chapter 11-- Innate and Adaptive Immunity
• Chapter 12 -- Disorders of the Immune Response, Including HIV/AIDS

UNIT 5 - Disorders of Neural Function

• Chapter 13 -- Organization and Control of Neural Function
• Chapter 14 -- Somatosensory Function, Pain, Headache, and Temperature Regulation
• Chapter 15 -- Disorders of Motor Function
• Chapter 16 -- Disorders of Brain Function
• Chapter 17 -- Sleep and Sleep–Wake Disorders
• Chapter 18 -- Disorders of Thought, Emotion, and Memory

UNIT 6 - Disorders of Special Sensory Function

• Chapter 19 -- Disorders of Visual Function
• Chapter 20 -- Disorders of Hearing and Vestibular Function
• Chapter 21 -- Blood Cells and the Hematopoietic System
• Chapter 22 -- Disorders of Hemostasis
• Chapter 23 -- Disorders of Red Blood Cells
• Chapter 24 -- Disorders of White Blood Cells and Lymphoid Tissues

UNIT 8 - Disorders of Cardiovascular Function

• Chapter 25 -- Structure and Function of the Cardiovascular System
• Chapter 26 -- Disorders of Blood Flow and Blood Pressure Regulation
• Chapter 27 -- Disorders of Cardiac Function, and Heart Failure and Circulatory Shock
• Chapter 28 -- Disorders of Cardiac Conduction and Rhythm

UNIT 9 - Disorders of Respiratory Function

• Chapter 29 -- Structure and Function of the Respiratory System
• Chapter 30 -- Respiratory Tract Infections, Neoplasms, and Childhood Disorders
• Chapter 31 -- Disorders of Ventilation and Gas Exchange

UNIT 10 - Disorders of Renal Function

• Chapter 32 -- Structure and Function of the Kidney
• Chapter 33 -- Disorders of Renal Function
• Chapter 34 -- Acute Kidney Injury and Chronic Kidney Disease
• Chapter 35 -- Disorders of the Bladder and Lower Urinary Tract

UNIT 11- Disorders of Gastrointestinal Function

• Chapter 36 -- Structure and Function of the Gastrointestinal System
• Chapter 37 -- Disorders of Gastrointestinal Function
• Chapter 38 -- Disorders of Hepatobiliary and Exocrine Pancreas Function
• Chapter 39 -- Alterations in Nutritional Status

UNIT 12 - Disorders of Endocrine Function

• Chapter 40 -- Mechanisms of Endocrine Control1
• Chapter 41-- Disorders of Endocrine Control of Growth and Metabolism

UNIT 13 - Disorders of Genitourinary and Reproductive Function

• Chapter 42 -- Structure and Function of the Male Genitourinary System
• Chapter 43 -- Disorders of the Male Reproductive System
• Chapter 44 -- Structure and Function of the Female Reproductive System
• Chapter 45 -- Disorders of the Female Reproductive System
• Chapter 46 -- Sexually Transmitted Infections

UNIT 14 - Disorders of Musculoskeletal Function

• Chapter 47 -- Structure and Function of the Musculoskeletal System
• Chapter 48 -- Disorders of Musculoskeletal Function: Trauma, Infection, Neoplasms1
• Chapter 49 -- Disorders of Musculoskeletal Function: Developmental and Metabolic Disorders, Activity Intolerance, and Fatigue
• Chapter 50 -- Disorders of Musculoskeletal Function: Rheumatic Disorders

UNIT 15 - Disorders of Integumentary Function

• Chapter 51 -- Structure and Function of the Skin
• Chapter 52 -- Disorders of Skin Integrity and Function

Ready yourself for the realities of professional nursing practice with this proven approach to pathophysiology. Distilling need-to-know disease content in a clear, accessible format, Porth’sEssentials of Pathophysiology offers concise yet complete coverage of how the body works to help you establish the scientific foundation essential to success in your nursing career. 

• Approachable presentation builds understanding from basic to advanced concepts and defines key terms as you progress.
• “Chunked” content--including Learning Objectives, Key Points boxes, and Summary Concepts sections--highlights critical points for reflection.
• Full-color illustrations clarify the clinical manifestations of diseases and disease processes.
• Review Exercises at the end of each chapter test your retention and identify areas for further study.
• References provide fast, efficient access to normal laboratory values in both conventional and SI units, as well as a comprehensive glossary.
• Narrated animations referenced by icons in the text and available online enhance your understanding of the most challenging and clinically relevant concepts.