Physiology

Author: Linda S. Costanzo
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
ISBN: 9780781788717
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 364

Book Description
This collection of 60 cases covers the clinically relevant physiology topics that first- and second-year medical students need to know for a first-year physiology course and for USMLE Step 1. Organized by body system, the book presents case studies with questions and problems, followed by complete explanations and solutions including diagrams, graphs, and charts. This edition includes four new cases and more illustrations and flowcharts. A companion Website will offer the fully searchable online text.

Physiology Cases and Problems

Author: Linda Costanzo
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
ISBN: 1451120613
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 374

Book Description
This collection of 62 cases covers the clinically relevant physiology topics that first- and second-year medical students need to know for a first-year physiology course and for USMLE step 1.

Physiology, E-Book

Author: Linda S. Costanzo
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
ISBN: 1455728136
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 517

Book Description
Physiology is a comprehensive presentation of core physiologic concepts with a focus on mechanisms. Renowned physiology instructor Linda S. Costanzo covers important concepts in the field, both at the organ system and cellular levels. Easy to read and user-friendly, the revised fourth edition stresses essential and relevant content with absolute clarity and includes concise step-by-step explanations complemented by numerous tables and abundant illustrations. It provides information on the underlying principles of cellular physiology, the autonomic nervous system, and neurophysiology, as well as the cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, acid-base, gastrointestinal, endocrine, and reproductive organ systems. This book is ideal as both a textbook and as a review guide for the boards. Provides step-by-step explanations and easy-to-follow diagrams clearly depicting physiologic principles. Integrates equations and sample problems throughout the text. Presents chapter summaries for quick overviews of important points. Contains boxed Clinical Physiology Cases to provide you with more clinical examples and a more thorough understanding of application. Provides questions at the end of each chapter for an extensive review of the material and to reinforce your understanding and retention. Offers a full-color design and all full-color illustrations throughout. Features increased coverage of pathophysiology in the neurophysiology, gastrointestinal, renal, acid-base, and endocrine chapters to emphasize this important component of the USMLE exam. Incorporates further practice in solving physiology equations through the inclusion of additional problem-solving questions throughout the text.

Clinical Physiology and Pharmacology

Author: Farideh Javid
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 0470694203
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 356

Book Description
This book is an accessible collection of case study scenarios ideal for physiology and pharmacology revision for pharmacy, medical, biomedical science, clinical science and healthcare students. Clearly structured and organized by major organ system, the book emphasises ways in which key signs and symptoms of disease inform diagnosis and the choice of treatment, together with the relevant pharmacological mechanisms. Each chapter has a clinical focus and includes clear learning outcomes, key points and model answers with detailed explanations designed to enhance students’ understanding of the physiology and pharmacology underpinning each case study scenario. 50 topics are covered and the cases presented include an extensive range of psychological, neurological, endocrine, cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, gastrointestinal and reproductive disorders, their symptoms, complications and usual treatment along with the actions and uses of some widely- used drugs. An essential revision text designed to help students apply their theoretical knowledge to real-life cases Realistic case studies focusing on commonly occurring conditions and diseases Model answers throughout Learning outcomes provided at the beginning of each chapter Key learning points presented in the cases follow each model answer Helps students to understand the relevance and clinical implications of the topics studied in physiology and pharmacology courses Reinforces major concepts and definitions Includes a glossary with a full list of drugs and disorders to support the text

Problem-Based Physiology E-Book

Author: Robert G. Carroll
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
ISBN: 1455705357
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 297

Book Description
A fully problem-based, integrated physiology text, this new resource uses clinical case studies to promote interactive learning and to build a foundation of knowledge for clinical practice. Each case presents an unknown clinical disorder and examines differential diagnoses, treatments, and outcomes as well as relevant physiologic principles for a well-rounded review. Approximately 150 illustrations (most in full color) reinforce learning of the written material, while a practice test of USMLE-style questions—with explanations—aids in USMLE Steps 1 and 2 preparation. - Features a problem-based approach to promote interactive learning and to build a foundation of knowledge for the USMLE Steps 1 and 2 as well as for clinical practice. - Presents a summary of physiologic principles related to each unknown clinical disorder, along with differential diagnoses, treatments, and outcomes for a well-rounded review. - Includes nearly 150 illustrations, most in full color, that reinforce learning of the written material.

Cardiovascular Physiology Concepts

Author: Richard E. Klabunde
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
ISBN: 1975150090
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 689

Book Description
Praised for its concise coverage, this highly accessible monograph lays a foundation for understanding the underlying concepts of normal cardiovascular function and offers a welcome alternative to a more mechanistically oriented approach or an encyclopedic physiology text. Clear explanations, ample illustrations and engaging clinical cases and problems provide the perfect guidance for self-directed learning and prepare you to excel in clinical practice.

Physiology

Author: Linda S. Costanzo
Publisher: Elsevier
ISBN: 9780323478816
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 540

Book Description
Renowned physiology instructor Dr. Linda Costanzo's friendly, logical, easy-to-follow writing style makes Physiology, 6th Edition ideal for coursework and USMLE preparation. Well-designed figures and tables provide handy visuals for procedures or physiologic equations, and step-by-step explanations clarify challenging concepts. This full-color, manageably-sized text offers a comprehensive and consistent overview of core physiologic concepts at the organ system and cellular levels, making complex principles easy to understand. Information is presented in a short, simple, and focused manner - the perfect presentation for success in coursework and on exams. Chapter summaries and "Challenge Yourself" questions at the end of each chapter provide an extensive review of the material and reinforce understanding and retention. Equations and sample problems are integrated throughout the text. Student ConsultT eBook version included with purchase. This enhanced eBook experience allows you to search all of the text, figures, and references from the book as well as new materials (outlined above) designed to produce a more rounded learning experience. NEW! More Clinical Physiology Case Boxes relate to pathophysiology for a clinical context. Student Consult access includes high-yield student FAQs with thorough explanations, animations, and NEW video tutorials from Dr. Costanzo. Student Consult eBook version included with purchase.

Lippincott® Illustrated Reviews: Physiology

Author: Robin R. Preston
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
ISBN: 1496385845
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 1393

Book Description
Publisher's Note: Products purchased from 3rd Party sellers are not guaranteed by the Publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. Enhanced by a new chapter, new illustrations, and new Q&As, LIppincott® Illustrated Reviews: Physiology, Second Edition brings physiology clearly into focus, telling the story of who we are; how we live; and, ultimately, how we die. By first identifying organ function and then showing how cells and tissues are designed to fulfill that function, this resource decodes physiology like no other text or review book. Tailored for ease of use and fast content absorption, the book’s outline format, visionary artwork, clinical applications, and unit review questions help students master the most essential concepts in physiology, making it perfect for classroom learning and test and boards preparation.

Pulmonary Physiology and Pathophysiology

Author: John Burnard West
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
ISBN: 9780781767019
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 166

Book Description
The Second Edition of Pulmonary Physiology and Pathophysiology presents normal and abnormal pulmonary function in the same case-based format that has made the first edition a favorite among students. Each chapter begins with a clinical case study of diseases typically seen by practitioners. The cases are followed by a discussion and breakdown of the physiology, pathophysiology, anatomy, pharmacology, and pathology for each disease, and a question-and-answer section. This edition has an infectious diseases chapter, updates on asthma pathogenesis and bronchodilators, and user-friendly features such as chapter openers, chapter outlines, "key points" summary boxes, and board-formatted questions and answers.

Respiratory Physiology

Author: Richard M. Schwartzstein
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
ISBN: 9780781757485
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 258

Book Description
Covering respiratory physiology, this is one in a series of texts which takes a fresh, unique approach to learning physiology in a systems-based curriculum. Each chapter includes clinical correlations, as well as questions that test students' ability to integrate information.