Full Description
"This charming little book offers students and professionals alike a chance to review their knowledge of pathophysiology in a simple and easy to use manner ... It summarises all key areas and offers the reader a quick questions and answers book which is unique in the paramedic literature world. A fantastic book."
Ruth Lambert, Qualified Paramedic, UKParamedics! Test yourself in Pathophysiology is the essential self-test resource to help paramedics revise and excel in their pathophysiology modules and exams.With over 250 questions, 60 glossary terms, fully explained answers and explanations, this book covers the most common presentations seen in the paramedic practice, accessible through:
Multiple choice questionsTrue or false questionsFill in the blank questionsLabelling exercisesAn extensive glossary explains all the key terms and disease names
Each main body system has its own chapter, so you can get in depth practice for your exams. Body systems covered include:
Integumentary system Nervous system and special senses Cardiovascular system Digestive system Inflammation, infection and immunity Musculoskeletal system Endocrine system Respiratory system Urinary system Reproductive systems
Contents
Introduction to pathophysiology
Inflammation, infection and immunity
The integumentary system
The musculoskeletal system
The nervous system and special senses
The endocrine system
The cardiovascular system
The respiratory system
The digestive system
The urinary system
The male and female reproductive systems
Glossary
