{"product_id":"pathology-for-the-physical-therapist-assistant-paperback-9780323395496","title":"Pathology for the Physical Therapist Assistant (Paperback \/ softback) 9780323395496","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003ePathology for the Physical Therapist Assistant\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe PTA’s guide to diseases, disorders, and how they affect everyday practice\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eCatherine Cavallaro Kellogg (Author), Charlene Marshall (Author)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9780323395496, Elsevier Health Sciences\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003ePaperback \/ softback, published 13 January 2017\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e832 pages, Approx. 760 illustrations (625 in full color)\u003cbr\u003e27.6 x 21.6 x 5 cm, 1.54 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnderstand the why behind diseases and disorders and how it affects what you do in everyday practice with \u003cb\u003eGoodman and Fuller’s\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003ePathology Essentials for the Physical Therapist Assistant, 2nd Edition\u003c\/b\u003e. This reader-friendly book serves as both a great learning guide and reference tool as it covers all the pathology-related information that is most relevant to what you, the future or practicing physical therapy assistant, need to know. Each chapter takes a well-organized approach as it defines each pathology disorder; describes the appropriate physical therapy assessments, interventions, guidelines, precautions, and contraindications; and rounds out the discussion with relevant case study examples based on established practice patterns. This new edition also features new critical thinking questions and clinical scenarios on Evolve which bring the material to life and help you see how the information in the book can be applied to the day-to-day work of a physical therapist assistant. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e \u003cli\u003ePTA-specific information and reading level\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e provides easy-to-follow guidance that is specific to the role of the PTA in managing patients.  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSpecial Implications for the PTA\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003esections \u003c\/b\u003eoffer a starting point when addressing a particular condition for the first time. \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMedical management section\u003c\/b\u003e addresses diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis for each condition discussed. \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEasy-to-follow, consistent format\u003c\/b\u003e features a well-organized approach that defines each disorder followed by sections on clinical manifestations and medical management. \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMore than 700 full-color images\u003c\/b\u003e help reinforce understanding of disease conditions and general pathology principles.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCoverage of basic science information \u003c\/b\u003eand the\u003cb\u003e clinical implications of disease within the rehabilitation process\u003c\/b\u003e gives readers a solid background in common illnesses and diseases, adverse effects of drugs, organ transplantation, laboratory values, and much more.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTerminology and language from the \u003ci\u003eGuide to Physical Therapy Practice\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e is used throughout the text to familiarize readers with the standardized terminology that’s used in practice.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAbundance of tables and boxes\u003c\/b\u003e organize and summarize important points making it easy to access key information. \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTwelve e-chapters\u003c\/b\u003e offer supplemental information in the areas of behavioral issues, the gastrointestinal system, vestibular disorders and more. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e \u003cli\u003eNEW! Clinical scenarios\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e on the Evolve companion website look at patients who have variety of comorbidities and the many factors to consider when evaluating and treating.  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNEW! Critical thinking questions\u003c\/b\u003e on the Evolve companion website help users apply the knowledge gained from the text.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNEW! Vocab builders\u003c\/b\u003e set the stage by framing upcoming information in the text. \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSection 1: Introduction\u003c\/b\u003e  1. Introduction to Concepts of Pathology  2. Problems Affecting Multiple Systems  3. Injury, Inflammation, and Healing \u003cb\u003e   Section 2: Clinical Medicine\u003c\/b\u003e  4. The Immune System 5. Infectious Disease 6. Oncology  7. The Integumentary System 8. The Endocrine and Metabolic Systems   9. The Cardiovascular System  10. The Hematologic System  11. The Respiratory System 12. The Hepatic, Pancreatic, and Biliary Systems    \u003cb\u003eSection 3: Pathology of the Musculoskeletal System  \u003c\/b\u003e13. Introduction to Pathology of the Musculoskeletal System 14. Genetic and Developmental Disorders  15. Infectious Diseases of the Musculoskeletal System   16. Musculoskeletal Neoplasms 17. Bone, Joint, and Soft Tissue Diseases and Disorders     \u003cb\u003eSection 4: Pathology of the Nervous System\u003c\/b\u003e 18. Introduction to Central Nervous System Disorders   19. Infectious Disorders of the Central Nervous System 20. Degenerative Diseases of the Central Nervous System   21. Stroke  22. Traumatic Brain Injury  23. Traumatic Spinal Cord Injury  24. Cerebral Palsy 25. The Peripheral Nervous System    \u003cb\u003eEvolve E-Chapters\u003c\/b\u003e 1. Behavioral, Social, and Environmental Factors Contributing to Disease and Dysfunction 2. The Psychosocial-Spiritual Impact on Health Care 3. Environmental and Occupational Medicine  4. The Gastrointestinal System  5. The Renal and Urologic Systems 6. Central Nervous System Neoplasms   7. Epilepsy 8. Headache 9. The Male Genital or Reproductive System 10. The Female Genital or Reproductive System 11. Vestibular Disorders  12. Laboratory Tests and Values\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix A: Summary of Standard Precautions Appendix B: Guidelines for Activity and Exercise \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eSubject Areas: Physiotherapy [\u003ca title=\"See our other books on Physiotherapy\" href=\"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/search?q=%22Physiotherapy%20%5BMQS%5D%22\"\u003eMQS\u003c\/a\u003e], Nursing \u0026amp; ancillary services [\u003ca title=\"See our other books on Nursing \u0026amp; ancillary services\" href=\"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/search?q=%22Nursing%20\u0026amp;%20ancillary%20services%20%5BMQ%5D%22\"\u003eMQ\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/font\u003e","brand":"Saunders","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46648669012248,"sku":"9780323395496","price":60.29,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/2037\/5320\/products\/9780323395496.jpg?v=1694988974","url":"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/products\/pathology-for-the-physical-therapist-assistant-paperback-9780323395496","provider":"Freshly Printed Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}