Rev. ed. of: Perspectives on pathophysiology / [edited by] Lee-Ellen C. Copstead. c1995.

Includes pathophysiology review cards.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Contents: Pathophysiologic processes: Core pathophysiologic concepts -- Stress, adaptation and coping -- 2. Cellular function: Cell structure and function -- Cell injury, aging and death -- Molecular genetics and tissue differentiation -- Genetic and developmental disorders -- Neoplasia -- 3. Defense: Infectious processes -- Inflammation and immunity -- Alterations in immune function -- Malignant disorders of white blood cells -- HIV disease and AIDS -- 4. Oxygen transport, blood coagulation, blood flow and blood pressure: Alterations in oxygen transport -- Alterations in hemostasis and blood coagulation -- Alterations in blood flow -- Alterations in blood pressure -- 5. Cardiac function: Cardiac function -- Alterations in cardiac function -- Health failure and dysrhythmias: common sequelae of cardiac diseases -- Shock -- 6. : Respiratory function: Respiratory function and alterations in gas exchange -- Obstructive pulmonary disorders -- Restrictive pulmonary disorders -- 7. Fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base homeostasis: Fluid and electrolyte homeostasis and imbalances -- Acid-base homeostasis and imbalances -- 8. Renal and bladder function: Renal function -- Intrarenal disorders -- Renal failure -- Disorders of the bladder -- 9. Genital and reproductive function: Male genital and reproductive function -- Alterations in male genital and reproductive function -- Female genital and reproductive function -- Alterations in female genital and reproductive function -- Sexually transmitted diseases -- 10. Gastrointestinal function: Gastrointestinal function -- gastrointestinal disorders -- Alterations in function of the gallbladder and exocrine pancreas -- Liver diseases -- 11. Endocrine function, metabolism, and nutrition: Mechanisms of endocrine control -- Alterations in endocrine control -- Diabetes mellitus -- Alterations in metabolism and nutrition -- 12. Neural function: Neural development and cortical function -- Acute disorders of brain function -- Chronic disorders of neurologic function -- Alterations in special sensory function -- Pain -- 13. Neurobiology of psychotic illnesses -- Neurology of nonpsychotic illnesses -- 14. Musculoskeletal support and movement: Structure and function of the musculoskeletal system -- Alterations in musculoskeletal function: trauma, infection and disease -- Alterations in musculoskeletal function: rheumatic disorders -- 15. Integumentary system: Alterations in the integumentary system -- Burn injuries --