This A&P textbook features full-color illustrations and a conversational writing style. The textbook focuses on concepts rather than descriptions to help you understand the information. With a focus on the unifying themes of structure and function and homeostasis, Patton and Thibodeau facilitate the comprehension of difficult material with thorough, consistent, and non-intimidating explanations that are free of unnecessary terminology and extraneous information. You can also connect with the textbook through a number of free electronic resources, including the Evolve eBook, access to the 24-module A&P Online course,an electronic coloring book, online tutoring, and more. INDICE: UNIT ONE: The Body as a WholeIntroduction: Seeing the Big Picture1Organization of the Body 2 The Chemical Basis of Life 3 Anatomy of Cells 4 Physiology of Cells5 TissuesUNIT TWO: Support and Movement6 Skin and its Appendages7 Skeletal Tissues 8 Skeletal System 9 Articulations 10 Anatomy of the Muscular System11 Physiology of the Muscular SystemUNIT THREE: Communication, Control, and Integration12 Nervous System Cells 13 Central Nervous System 14 Peripheral Nervous System 15 Sense Organs 16 Endocrine SystemUNIT FOUR: Transportation and Defense17 Blood 18 Anatomy of the Cardiovascular System19 Physiology of the Cardiovascular System 20 Lymphatic System 21 Immune System 22 StressUNITFIVE: Respiration, Nutrition, and Excretion23 Anatomy of the Respiratory System24 Physiology of the Respiratory System25 Anatomy of the Digestive System 26Physiology of the Respiratory System27 Nutrition and Metabolism 28 The Urinary System 29 Fluid and Electrolyte Balance30 Acid-Base BalanceUNIT SIX: Reproduction and Development31 Male Reproductive System32 Female Reproductive System33 Growth and Development34 Genetics and HeredityGlossary Photo/Illustration CreditsIndex
- ISBN: 978-0-323-05532-1
- Editorial: Mosby
- Encuadernacion: Cartoné
- Páginas: 1224
- Fecha Publicación: 25/03/2009
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Desconocido