Using colorful cartoons, illustrations, and an easy-to-read approach, The Human Body in Health and Illness, 4th Edition makes it fun to learn anatomy & physiology. Clear, step-by-step explanations provide all the information you needto know, so concepts are easy to understand even if you have a limited background in the sciences. Written by well-known educator Barbara Herlihy, the bookbegins with a basic discussion of the human body and cellular structure and moves toward genetics and the greater complexity of the human organism. It breaks down complex concepts and processes into digestible chunks, and new features such as Re-Think and Go Figure! help you apply what you've learned to commonproblems in patient care. INDICE: 1. Introduction to the Human Body2. Basic Chemistry3. Cells4. CellMetabolism5. Microbiology Basics6. Tissues and Membranes7. Integumentary System and Body temperature8. Skeletal System9. Muscular System10. Nervous System:Nervous Tissue and Brain11. Nervous System: Spinal Cord and Peripheral Nerves12. Autonomic Nervous System13. Sensory System14. Endocrine System15. Blood16.Anatomy of the Heart17. Function of the Heart18. Anatomy of the Blood Vessels19. Functions of the Blood Vessels20. Lymphatic System21. Immune System22. Respiratory System23. Digestive System24. Urinary System25. Water, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Balance26. Reproductive Systems27. Human Development and HeredityAppendix A: Answers to Review Your Knowledge questions Glossary
- ISBN: 978-1-4160-6842-6
- Editorial: Saunders
- Encuadernacion: Rústica
- Páginas: 560
- Fecha Publicación: 12/11/2010
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés