Synopses & Reviews
Well-known for its authoritative and comprehensive coverage, complete treatment of pediatric pathophysiology, and the most extensive illustration program in its field, this textbook features expert content on everything from the general principles of pathophysiology to detailed discussions of genetics and specific diseases. Chapters on alteration present the pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, and evaluation and treatment of each disease to help you learn to identify normal anatomy and physiology, as well as alterations of function in adults and in children.
Synopsis
McCance is the most comprehensive pathophysiology textbook on the market. Its authoritative and up-to-date coverage is provided by an outstanding author team and numerous expert contributors. McCance covers disease processes across the life span; there are separate chapters on pediatrics and specially marked sections on aging. Other popular features include in-depth chapter summaries, "What's New?" (current research) boxes, and "Nutrition & Disease" boxes. McCance currently holds 21% of the RN academic market, second only to Huether (an "essentials" version of McCance) at 38%. And strong sales outside of the nursing market have helped McCance retain its long-time position as one of the best-selling pathophysiology textbooks.
Because of the overwhelming positive reception of the book, there is no need to make radical changes to the sixth edition. The revision will focus on updating content and ensuring all key terms are defined and important concepts are explained. We will also continue to refine the illustration program so it is more stylistically consistent, and new illustrations will be added as necessary. The consistent chapter format and pedagogy will be retained, along with the feature boxes. The majority of updated content will fall in chapters 6-12 and 14-19.
To retain our leadership position in the market, to open up entrenched Porth adoptions, and to forestall new competition, we continue to upgrade the ancillary package. In addition, Pathophysiology Online will continue as a for sale adjunct to the text (separate proposal).
- Unparalleled coverage of disease processes makes this text the most comprehensive pathophysiology text available.
- The largest full-color art program in the field illustrates the clinical manifestations of diseases and disease processes
- Consistent presentations of each disease with pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, and evaluation and treatment help you find the information you need quickly and easily.
- Ten separate pediatric chapters cover the pathophysiologic effects on children.
- Aging content is highlighted throughout the text.
- An Introduction to Pathophysiology section at the beginning of the text provides a solid start to the basics of the study of disease.
- Algorithms and flowcharts of diseases and disorders illustrate the disease process in an easy-to-understand format.
- Nutrition and Disease boxes present evidence-based information on the relationship between health promotion through diet and disease.
- Updated content on leukocytes in pain modulation, seizure disorders, brain injuries and disorders, acute encephalopathies, reproductive disorders, and much more keep you at the cutting edge of this constantly changing field.
- What's New? boxes highlight the most current research and findings to ensure you have the most up-to-date information.
- New animations, review questions, Key Points, and an audio glossary have been added to the Evolve companion website to strengthen your understanding of key concepts.
- Media Resources Lists encourage you to develop a study plan to master the important content in each chapter.