Case Mysteries in Pathophysiology 2e
Patricia J. Neafsey
Case Mysteries in Pathophysiology 2e is an interactive, illustrated eText designed for nursing, pre-med, physician assistant, and allied health students. Centered on anatomy, physiology, pathology, and pathopharmacology, it uses clinical case mysteries to build decision-making skills, support self-study, and prepare learners for exams such as the NCLEX, USMLE Step 1, PANCE, and MCCQE Part 1. 2026 Update: There are five new case mysteries, each with images and illustrations showing the patient findings side by side with normal images. These new cases were developed from suggestions from reviewers and instructors; the book now presents 33 options for one or two-semester courses. This revision also includes updated linked references, and improved accessibility support. The illustrated answers for the cases are now available for all readers, without exception. In addition, instructors have sole access to sets of multiple-choice questions that can be used in a test bank or as online quizzes. Key features -For diverse health science learners: advanced practice nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, EMTs, physical therapy students, laboratory science trainees, and 1st-year medical school learners. -Focused on exam success: aligned with NCLEX, USMLE Step 1, MCCQE Part 1, NPTE, NAPLEX, CDR, RD, AMT, MLT, PANCE, and NREMT preparation. -Clinical science foundations: integrates anatomy, physiology, pathobiology, diagnostics, and clinical microbiology through applied case studies. -Practice-ready resources: includes review questions and self-study tools to reinforce clinical decision-making skills.

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Table of Contents for Case Mysteries in Pathophysiology 2e
- Front Matter
- Case 1: The Malicious Third-Grade Cougher
- Case 2: The Uninformed Coach
- Case 3: Fishing Marines
- Case 4: Suzie Feeds the Bunny
- Case 5: Favorite Uncle
- Case 6: The Red Hat Hikers
- Case 7: Grandma’s Got a Brand-New Bag
- Case 8: Sisters for Life
- Case 9: Andie’s Tavern
- Case 10: The Perfect Diet
- Case 11: The Casino Bus
- Case 12: The Ice Fishing Derby
- Case 13: “My Professor Makes No Sense!”
Key features
- Case mysteries are presented as a detailed narratives designed to engage students immediately
- Full-color figures are featured prominently in the text so that students have everything they need to analyze the case
- X-rays, MRIs, ultrasound images, CT scans, ECGs, and photomicrographs are all presented to give students an opportunity to "use" the diagnostic tools they would have access to in a clinical setting.