Physiology Board Review Series 5th Edition by Costanzo, Linda ISBN 0781798760 9780781798761

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ISBN 10:       0781798760
ISBN 13: 978-0781798761
Author:         Ph.D. Costanzo, Linda S.

Written by highly regarded physiology professor Linda S. Costanzo, this revised Fifth Edition provides an excellent physiology review for students preparing for the USMLE Step 1. The book concisely covers key physiology principles and includes clinical correlations to emphasize connections between physiology and clinical medicine.

• NEW! Full-color design, flow charts, illustrations, and tables that summarize information for convenient review
• Each chapter is written in the popular Board Review Series (BRS) outline format and features bolded key terms to streamline your study
• Over 350 USMLE-style questions, answers, and rationales both electronically and in print reinforce your physiology review
• A FREE companion website offers an online E-book and an interactive question bank with all the questions from the book so you can customize your review tests!

Physiology Board Review Series 5th Table of contents:

Chapter 1: General Principles of Physiology

• Basic Physiology Concepts
• Homeostasis and Feedback Mechanisms
• Ion Channels and Membrane Potential
• Resting Membrane Potential and Action Potentials

Chapter 2: Cell Physiology

• Cellular Structure and Function
• Transport Mechanisms: Passive and Active Transport
• Cellular Communication and Signaling
• Signal Transduction Pathways

Chapter 3: Cardiovascular Physiology

• Cardiac Cycle and Heart Sounds
• Cardiac Output and Stroke Volume
• Blood Pressure Regulation
• Arterial and Venous Systems
• Physiology of the Electrocardiogram (ECG)
• Pathophysiology of Cardiovascular Disorders

Chapter 4: Respiratory Physiology

• Pulmonary Ventilation and Mechanics of Breathing
• Gas Exchange and Transport
• Regulation of Breathing
• Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide Transport
• Acid-Base Balance and Respiratory Control
• Pulmonary Function Tests and Pathophysiology

Chapter 5: Renal Physiology

• Glomerular Filtration and Kidney Function
• Tubular Reabsorption and Secretion
• Regulation of Water and Electrolyte Balance
• Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System
• Acid-Base Balance in the Kidneys
• Pathophysiology of Renal Disorders

Chapter 6: Gastrointestinal Physiology

• Overview of the Digestive System
• Gastrointestinal Motility and Secretions
• Digestion and Absorption of Nutrients
• Regulation of GI Function
• Gastrointestinal Hormones and Neurotransmitters
• Disorders of the GI System

Chapter 7: Endocrine Physiology

• Mechanisms of Hormone Action
• Pituitary and Hypothalamic Regulation
• Thyroid and Parathyroid Glands
• Adrenal Gland Physiology
• Reproductive Endocrinology
• Regulation of Blood Glucose and Insulin Physiology
• Pathophysiology of Endocrine Disorders

Chapter 8: Nervous System Physiology

• Neuron Structure and Function
• Synaptic Transmission
• Central Nervous System Organization
• Autonomic Nervous System Regulation
• Sensory and Motor Systems
• Brainstem and Higher Cognitive Functions
• Neurophysiological Basis of Pain
• Pathophysiology of Neurological Disorders

Chapter 9: Muscular Physiology

• Muscle Contraction Mechanisms (Skeletal and Cardiac)
• Excitation-Contraction Coupling
• Muscle Metabolism and Energy Use
• Smooth Muscle Function
• Neuromuscular Junction and Disorders
• Muscular Dystrophies and Other Pathologies

Chapter 10: Immunology and Physiology

• Basic Principles of Immune Function
• Innate and Adaptive Immune Responses
• Immune Cells and Their Functions
• Immunological Memory and Vaccination
• Immunological Disorders and Diseases

Chapter 11: Integrated Physiology

• Physiology of Exercise
• Stress and Physiological Adaptation
• Physiological Response to Trauma
• Interactions Between Organ Systems in Homeostasis
• Circadian Rhythms and Sleep Physiology
• Aging and Physiological Decline

Chapter 12: Clinical Physiology

• Diagnostic Tools and Techniques in Physiology
• Physiological Principles in Disease Diagnosis
• Translating Physiological Knowledge into Clinical Practice
• Case Studies and Clinical Applications

Chapter 13: Review Questions and Practice Exams

• Key Concepts and High-Yield Topics for Board Exams
• Clinical Scenarios for Board Exam Preparation
• Sample Board Review Questions
• Answers and Explanations to Review Questions

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