Atlas of Human AnatomyAtlas of Human Anatomy, Sixteenth Edition presents several illustrations of human anatomy with cross-references to enable students to gain a three-dimensional impression of the subject matter. This book aims to strengthen the visual memory of students in their study of human anatomy, which is so important to the acquisition of a spatial image of the human body. Organized into six chapters, this book begins with an overview of the human skeletal system. This text then presents a collection of plates covering the trunks, the upper and lower extremities, the head, the muscles of the perineum, and the regions of the body. Other chapters consider the anatomy of the cardiovascular system, the development of the face, the digestive system, and the male and female genital systems. This book discusses as well the central nervous system. The final chapter deals with the sensory organ of the human body. This book is a valuable resource for teachers and students of human anatomy.
Pathophysiology Made Incredibly VisualKnow the how and why of common conditions%and diagnose them accurately%with the newly updated Pathophysiology Made Incredibly Visual, 3rd Edition. Fully illustrated in the popular Made Incredibly Visual style, this essential guide offers easy-to-follow explanations for the causes and mechanisms of numerous common disorders, listing symptoms and indications for each. Use this as the perfect study guide for the NCLEX#65533; or certification exam, to support class materials, and to absorb the pathophysiology principles every nurse needs to know. Absorb the expert wisdom and insights of this invaluable guide . . . - Walks you through the development stages of numerous diseases and disorders, illustrating their cellular process, symptoms, and effects on tissue and organs - Explains cell parts and their functions, as well as cell division, adaptation, injury, and stress and disease - Hundreds of photos, illustrations, and diagrams explaining key concepts and providing clear direction on how to recognize common conditions - Supports accurate diagnosis and treatment - Common disorders for each major body system, such as: - Cardiovascular - Acute coronary syndromes, aortic aneurysms, cardiomyopathy - Respiratory - ARDS, asthma, chronic bronchitis, lung cancer - Neurologic - Alzheimer,,s, cerebral aneurysm, migraine headaches - Gastrointestinal - Cholecystitis, cirrhosis, Crohn,,s disease - Musculoskeletal - Carpal tunnel syndrome, herniated disk, osteoarthritis - Hematologic - Anemia, leukemia, sickle cell disease - Immune - AIDS, allergic rhinitis, rheumatoid arthritis - Endocrine - Adrenal hypofunction, diabetes mellitus, metabolic syndrome - Renal - Acute renal failure, acute tubular necrosis, pyelonephritis - Integumentary - Acne, burns, pressure ulcers - Reproductive - Breast, cervical, ovarian, and prostate cancer - Special chapter features: - Vision Quest - End-of-chapter quizzes in the form of puzzles, riddles, and multiple-choice questions, to help you retain vital information - Risky business - Risk factors to be aware of while treating each condition - How it happens - The physiological process that creates a particular condition - What to look for - A list of symptoms for each condition - Age-old story - Discusses how a condition develops and presents, according to the patient,,s age - Memory board - Visual tricks that help you remember vital concepts and key treatments
Psychiatric Nursing Made Incredibly Easy! by Lippincott Williams and Wilkins StaffWritten in the award-winning Incredibly Easy style, this invaluable reference is packed with the most up-to-date information on more than 70 psychiatric disorders. Clear language and a simple organization keep information concise and easy to find. The reference is organized by disorders and includes an overview of psychiatric nursing. Numerous icons provide the reader with tips on caring for psychiatric patients from experts, the latest research, cultural considerations, and the latest news in psychopharmacology. Memory joggers and quick quizzes reinforce learning. An appendix of Web resources is included for further study.
