Diseases of the Human Body

The field's classic text is noted for its accessible, clear writing style and comprehensive content. Thoroughly updated and revised to meet the needs of today's students and today's classes, you'll find just the right amount of information in an easy-to-follow format that covers more than 350 common diseases and disorders. There is a bonus CD-ROM in every book with interactive learning activities for every chapter: multiple-choice, fill-in-the-blank, picture it, and paragraph match. This title is thoroughly updated and revised to reflect the most recent developments in diagnostic techniques and treatment. There are structure and function summaries in each body system chapter. This title provides consistently organized coverage of the most common diseases and disorders that includes: Description; Pertinent ICD-9-CM codes; Signs and Symptoms; Etiology; Diagnosis; Treatment; Complementary Therapy; Client Communications; Prognosis; Prevention; Case studies, followed by questions, with examples of patients who might be encountered in professional practice; and, Teaching tips that feature a patient's perspective and offer guidance on how to provide the education or information needed for a particular disease or disorder.