Authors: Susan J. Hall, Michelle A. Provost-Craig, William C. Rose

Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology covers all body systems using a student-friendly writing style that makes complex subjects easier to understand. Chapter information is divided into lessons, providing content in a more manageable format for the student. An abundance of study aids, such as learning objectives, lesson summaries, vocabulary-building exercises, hands-on activities, real-world applications, and extensive assessment opportunities increase students’ ability to succeed in this challenging course.

Table of Contents

Abbreviated Contents

Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology, Online Student Edition

• Front Matter
• 1 - Foundations of Human Anatomy and Physiology
• • 1.1 - The Language of Anatomy and Physiology
  • 1.2 - Basic Physiological Processes
  • 1.3 - How Forces Affect the Body
  • 1.4 - Understanding Science
• 2 - Cells and Tissues
• • 2.1 - Molecules of Life
  • 2.2 - Cells
  • 2.3 - Tissues
• 3 - Membranes and the Integumentary System
• • 3.1 - Body Membranes
  • 3.2 - The Integumentary System
  • 3.3 - Injuries and Disorders of the Skin
• 4 - The Skeletal System
• • 4.1 - Bone as a Living Tissue
  • 4.2 - The Axial Skeleton
  • 4.3 - The Appendicular Skeleton
  • 4.4 - Joints
  • 4.5 - Common Injuries and Disorders of the Skeletal System
• 5 - The Muscular System
• • 5.1 - Muscle Tissue Categories and Functions
  • 5.2 - Skeletal Muscle Actions
  • 5.3 - The Major Skeletal Muscles
  • 5.4 - Common Injuries and Disorders of Muscles
• 6 - The Nervous System
• • 6.1 - Overview of the Nervous System
  • 6.2 - Transmission of Nerve Impulses
  • 6.3 - Functional Anatomy of the Central Nervous System
  • 6.4 - Functional Anatomy of the Peripheral Nervous System
  • 6.5 - Injuries and Disorders of the Nervous System
• 7 - The Sensory Systems
• • 7.1 - The Eye
  • 7.2 - The Ear
  • 7.3 - Smell and Taste
• 8 - The Endocrine System
• • 8.1 - Functions and Control of the Endocrine System
  • 8.2 - Major Endocrine Organs
  • 8.3 - Endocrine Disorders and Diseases
• 9 - The Respiratory System
• • 9.1 - Functions and Anatomy of the Respiratory System
  • 9.2 - Respiration: Mechanics and Control
  • 9.3 - Respiratory Disorders and Diseases
• 10 - The Blood
• • 10.1 - The Function and Composition of Blood
  • 10.2 - Blood Types
  • 10.3 - Blood Disorders and Diseases
• 11 - The Cardiovascular System
• • 11.1 - Heart Anatomy and the Function of the Cardiovascular System
  • 11.2 - Regulation of the Heart
  • 11.3 - Blood Vessels and Circulation
  • 11.4 - Heart Disease
• 12 - The Lymphatic and Immune Systems
• • 12.1 - The Lymphatic System
  • 12.2 - Nonspecifific Defenses
  • 12.3 - Specifific Defenses
  • 12.4 - Disorders and Diseases of the Immune System
• 13 - The Digestive System and Nutrition
• • 13.1 - Nutrition
  • 13.2 - Anatomy and Physiology of the Digestive System
  • 13.3 - Disorders and Diseases of the Digestive System
• 14 - The Urinary System
• • 14.1 - Anatomy of the Kidney
  • 14.2 - Urine Formation, Storage, and Excretion
  • 14.3 - Diseases and Disorders of the Urinary System
• 15 - The Male and Female Reproductive Systems
• • 15.1 - Reproduction and Development of the Human Reproductive Systems
  • 15.2 - Male Reproductive System Anatomy and Physiology
  • 15.3 - Female Reproductive System Anatomy and Physiology
  • 15.4 - Fertilization, Pregnancy, and Birth
  • 15.5 - Disorders and Diseases of the Reproductive System
• Appendix A Metric Conversion Table
• Appendix B Anatomy and Physiology Word Elements
• Appendix C Common Medical Abbreviations
• Photo Credits
• Glossary
• Index