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Anatomy and Physiology is a complex subject spanning many health science disciplines. Principles of Anatomy and Physiology has always been recognized for its pioneering homeostatic approach to learning the subject. This International Adaptation of the 16th edition combines exceptional content and outstanding visuals for a rich and comprehensive classroom experience and continues to set the standard for the discipline. It has been paired with a comprehensive Study Guide, offering a thoughtfully designed course in Anatomy and Physiology. Highly regarded authors, Jerry Tortora and Bryan Derrickson motivate and support learners at every level, from novice to expert, and equip them with the skills they need to succeed in this class and beyond.
List of contents
1 An Introduction to the Human Body
2 The Chemical Level of Organization
3 The Cellular Level of Organization
4 The Tissue Level of Organization
5 The Integumentary System
6 The Skeletal System: Bone Tissue
7 The Skeletal System: The Axial Skeleton
8 The Skeletal System: The Appendicular Skeleton
9 Joints
10 Muscular Tissue
11 The Muscular System
12 Nervous Tissue
13 The Spinal Cord and Spinal Nerves
14 The Brain and Cranial Nerves
15 The Autonomic Nervous System
16 Sensory, Motor, and Integrative Systems
17 The Special Senses
18 The Endocrine System
19 The Cardiovascular System: The Blood
20 The Cardiovascular System: The Heart
21 The Cardiovascular System: Blood Vessels and Hemodynamics
22 The Lymphoid (Lymphatic) System and Immunity
23 The Respiratory System
24 The Digestive System
25 Metabolism and Nutrition
26 The Urinary System
27 Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Homeostasis
28 The Genital (Reproductive) Systems
29 Development and Inheritance
APPENDIX A Measurements
APPENDIX B Periodic Table
APPENDIX C Normal Values for Selected Blood Tests
APPENDIX D Normal Values for Selected Urine Tests
APPENDIX F Medical Eponyms
GLOSSARY
INDEX
Summary
Anatomy and Physiology is a complex subject spanning many health science disciplines. Principles of Anatomy and Physiology has always been recognized for its pioneering homeostatic approach to learning the subject. This International Adaptation of the 16th edition combines exceptional content and outstanding visuals for a rich and comprehensive classroom experience and continues to set the standard for the discipline. It has been paired with a comprehensive Study Guide, offering a thoughtfully designed course in Anatomy and Physiology. Highly regarded authors, Jerry Tortora and Bryan Derrickson motivate and support learners at every level, from novice to expert, and equip them with the skills they need to succeed in this class and beyond.
