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Pathophysiology, Homeostasis and Nursing (Core Theoretical Studies)
Pathophysiology Homeostasis and Nursing - Core Theoretical Studies Author:Roger Watson Nursing students quite often find it difficult to relate what they learn with respect to normal and abnormal physiology to patient care. In this useful text Roger Watson and Tonks Fawcett clearly explain: the concept of homeostasis, the relevance of physiology to common disorders, the patient's response to these disorders, as well as the approp... more »riate nursing response.
Each chapter is presented in a standard format with a brief outline of the relevant normal physiology and how homeostatic mechanisms normally cope. The student is led to understand what the patient with a specific disorder feels like and why, and is clearly instructed in what nursing action to take. Features include learning outcomes and test questions.« less