| Contents |
Section I: Pathophysiology: background and overview. Introduction to pathophysiology -- Fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base imbalances -- Introduction to basic pharmacology and other common therapies -- Pain -- Section II: Defense/protective mechanisms. Inflammation and healing -- Infection -- Immunity -- Section III: Pathophysiology of body systems. Skin disorders -- Musculoskeletal disorders -- Blood and circulatory system disorders -- Lymphatic system disorders -- Cardiovascular system disorders -- Respiratory system disorders -- Nervous system disorders -- Disorders of the eyes, ears and other sensory organs -- Endocrine system disorders -- Digestive system disorders -- Urinary system disorders -- Reproductive system disorders -- Section IV: Factors contributing to pathophysiology. Neoplasms and cancer -- Congenital and genetic disorders -- Complications of pregnancy -- Complications of adolescence -- Complications of aging -- Section V: Environmental factors and pathophysiology. Immobility and associated problems -- Stress and associated problems -- Substance abuse and associated problems -- Environmental hazards and associated problems. |
