Main description:
Anatomy and Physiology is designed to help students develop a solid, basic understanding of anatomy and physiology without an encyclopedic presentation of detail. Great care has been taken to select important concepts and to perfectly describe the anatomy of cells, organs, and organ systems. The plan that has been followed for eight editions of this text is to combine clear and accurate descriptions of anatomy with precise explanations of how structures function and examples of how they work together to maintain life. To emphasize the concepts of anatomy and physiology, the authors provide explanations of how the systems respond to aging, changes in physical activity, and disease, with a special focus on homeostasis and the regulatory mechanisms that maintain it. Timely and interesting examples demonstrate the application of knowledge in a clinical context.
Table of contents:
Part 1 Organization of the Human Body
1 The Human Organism
2 The Chemical Basis of Life
3 Cell Biology and Genetics
4 Histology: The Study of Tissues
Part 2 Support and Movement
5 Integumentary System
6 Skeletal System: Bones and Bone Tissue
7 Skeletal System: Gross Anatomy
8 Articulations and Movement
9 Muscular System: Histology and Physiology
10 Muscular System: Gross Anatomy
Part 3 Integration and Control Systems
11 Functional Organization of Nervous Tissue
12 Spinal Cord and Spinal Nerves
13 Brain and Cranial Nerves
14 Integration of Nervous System Functions
15 The Special Senses
16 Autonomic Nervous System
17 Functional Organization of the Endocrine System
18 Endocrine Glands
Part 4 Regulations and Maintenance
19 Cardiovascular System: Blood
20 Cardiovascular System: The Heart
21 Cardiovascular System: Peripheral Circulation and Regulation
22 Lymphatic System and Immunity
23 Respiratory System
24 Digestive System
25 Nutrition, Metabolism, and Temperature Regulation
26 Urinary System
27 Water, Electrolytes, and Acid-Base Balance
Part 5 Reproduction and Development
28 Reproductive System
29 Development, Growth, and Aging
Appendix A Table of Measurements
Appendix B Scientific Notation
Appendix C Solution Concentrations
Appendix D pH
Appendix E Reference Laboratory Values
Appendix F Answers to Review and Comprehension Questions
Appendix G Answers to Critical Thinking Questions
Appendix H Answers to Predict Questions
Anatomy and Physiology is designed to help students develop a solid, basic understanding of anatomy and physiology without an encyclopedic presentation of detail. Great care has been taken to select important concepts and to perfectly describe the anatomy of cells, organs, and organ systems. The plan that has been followed for eight editions of this text is to combine clear and accurate descriptions of anatomy with precise explanations of how structures function and examples of how they work together to maintain life. To emphasize the concepts of anatomy and physiology, the authors provide explanations of how the systems respond to aging, changes in physical activity, and disease, with a special focus on homeostasis and the regulatory mechanisms that maintain it. Timely and interesting examples demonstrate the application of knowledge in a clinical context.
Table of contents:
Part 1 Organization of the Human Body
1 The Human Organism
2 The Chemical Basis of Life
3 Cell Biology and Genetics
4 Histology: The Study of Tissues
Part 2 Support and Movement
5 Integumentary System
6 Skeletal System: Bones and Bone Tissue
7 Skeletal System: Gross Anatomy
8 Articulations and Movement
9 Muscular System: Histology and Physiology
10 Muscular System: Gross Anatomy
Part 3 Integration and Control Systems
11 Functional Organization of Nervous Tissue
12 Spinal Cord and Spinal Nerves
13 Brain and Cranial Nerves
14 Integration of Nervous System Functions
15 The Special Senses
16 Autonomic Nervous System
17 Functional Organization of the Endocrine System
18 Endocrine Glands
Part 4 Regulations and Maintenance
19 Cardiovascular System: Blood
20 Cardiovascular System: The Heart
21 Cardiovascular System: Peripheral Circulation and Regulation
22 Lymphatic System and Immunity
23 Respiratory System
24 Digestive System
25 Nutrition, Metabolism, and Temperature Regulation
26 Urinary System
27 Water, Electrolytes, and Acid-Base Balance
Part 5 Reproduction and Development
28 Reproductive System
29 Development, Growth, and Aging
Appendix A Table of Measurements
Appendix B Scientific Notation
Appendix C Solution Concentrations
Appendix D pH
Appendix E Reference Laboratory Values
Appendix F Answers to Review and Comprehension Questions
Appendix G Answers to Critical Thinking Questions
Appendix H Answers to Predict Questions