Structure & Function of the Body - Softcover

15. Revised Auflage 2015
ISBN: 978-0-323-35725-8
Verlag: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division

Buch, Englisch, 592 Seiten, Format (B × H): 285 mm x 226 mm, Gewicht: 1526 g

Mastering the essentials of anatomy, physiology, and even medical terminology has never been easier! Using simple, conversational language and vivid animations and illustrations, Structure & Function of the Body, 15th Edition walks readers through the normal structure and function of the human body and what the body does to maintain homeostasis. Plus, this new edition also features new Language of Science and Medicine sections that introduce readers to important medical terminology as it corresponds to anatomy and physiology. If you're looking for a solid understanding of structures, functions, and descriptions of the body then look no further than this dynamic text.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Patton, Dr. Kevin T., Ph.D.

Patton, Kevin T.

Thibodeau, Gary A.

Fachgebiete

• Medizin | Veterinärmedizin Medizin | Public Health | Pharmazie | Zahnmedizin Vorklinische Medizin: Grundlagenfächer Anatomie
• Medizin | Veterinärmedizin Medizin | Public Health | Pharmazie | Zahnmedizin Vorklinische Medizin: Grundlagenfächer Physiologie

Inhaltsverzeichnis

1.Introduction to the Body
2.Chemistry of Life
3.Cells
4.Tissues
5.Organ Systems
6.Skin and Membranes
7.Skeletal System
8.Muscular System
9.Nervous System
10.Senses
11.Endocrine System
12.Blood
13.Circulatory System
14.Lymphatic System and Immunity
15.Respiratory System
16.Digestive System
17.Nutrition and Metabolism
18.Urinary System
19.Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
20.Acid-Base Balance
21.Reproductive Systems
22.Growth and Development
Appendix A: Body Mass Index
Appendix B: Common Medical Abbreviations, Prefixes, and Suffixes
Chapter Test Answers
Glossary