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 Whole Introduction: Seeing the Big Picture1. Organization of the Body 2. The Chemical Basis of Life 3. Anatomy of Cells4. Physiology of Cells 5. Cell Reproduction 6. Tissues UNIT TWO: Support and Movement 7. Skin and its Appendages 8. Skeletal Tissues 9. Skeletal System 10.Articulations 11. Anatomy of the Muscular System 12. Physiology of the Muscular System UNIT THREE: Communication, Control, and Integration 13. Nervous System Cells 14. Central Nervous System 15. Peripheral Nervous System 16. Autonomic Nervous System 17. Sense Organs 18. Endocrine Regulation 19. Endocrine Glands UNIT FOUR: Transportation and Defense 20. Blood 21. Anatomy of the Cardiovascular System 22. Physiology of the Cardiovascular System 23. Lymphatic System 24. Immune System 25. Stress UNIT FIVE: Transportation and Defense 26. Anatomyof the Respiratory System 27. Physiology of the Respiratory System 28. Anatomy of the Digestive System 29. Physiology of the Respiratory System 30. Nutrition and Metabolism 31. The Urinary System 32. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance 33.Acid-Base Balance UNIT SIX: Reproduction and Development 34. Male Reproductive System 35. Female Reproductive System 36. Growth and Development 37. Genetics and Heredity Glossary Photo/Illustration Credits Index
- ISBN: 978-0-323-08357-7
- Editorial: Mosby-Elsevier
- Encuadernacion: Cartoné
- Páginas: 1240
- Fecha Publicación: 26/04/2012
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés