Ross & Wilson Anatomy and Physiology in Health and Illness

Now in its fourteenth edition, this best-selling textbook has been honed over many years to provide a clear, straightforward introduction to the human body for students of nursing, allied health or biomedical and paramedical science. The book covers the core essentials of anatomy and physiology, including basic pathology and pathophysiology of important diseases and disorders. It has been fully updated and comes complete with enhanced learning features to help you grasp the key concepts. The accompanying website provides a wide range of critical thinking exercises, animations, an audio-glossary, self-test program and weblinks. Like millions of readers before you, you will treasure Ross and Wilson as a go-to resource that you will refer to time and again to support this critical aspect of your healthcare education. INDICE: Section 1 The body and its constituents 1 Anatomy and organisation of the body 2 Physiological chemistry and processes 3 Cells and tissues Section 2 Communication 4 The blood 5 The cardiovascular system 6 The lymphatic system 7 The nervous system 8 The special senses 9 The endocrine system Section 3 Intake of raw materials and elimination of waste 10 The respiratory system 11 Introduction to nutrition 12 The digestive system 13 The urinary system Section 4 Protection and survival 14 The skin 15 Resistance and immunity 16 The musculoskeletal system 17 Introduction to genetics 18 The reproductive systems Glossary Normal values Bibliography

• ISBN: 978-0-323-83460-5
• Editorial: Elsevier
• Encuadernacion: Rústica
• Páginas: 604
• Fecha Publicación: 01/07/2022
• Nº Volúmenes: 1
• Idioma: Inglés