Anatomy & Physiology Essentials 2e, Textbook
Anatomy & Physiology Essentials delivers solid introduction to human anatomy and physiology, providing a comprehensive basis for students exploring many different career opportunities within the healthcare industry. Starting with the fundamental units from which the human body is built, the text includes all of the individual body systems, with an emphasis on terminology as well as structure and function. Each chapter describes common diseases, disorders, and conditions that may affect each body system. The accompanying Laboratory Manual uses concise text and easy-to-follow illustrations to guide students through hands-on laboratory experiments and dissections.
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Abbreviated Contents
Anatomy & Physiology Essentials 2e, Textbook
- Front Matter
- 1 - Foundations of Human Anatomy and Physiology
- 2 - Molecules and Cells
- 3 - Body Tissues
- 4 - Membranes and the Integumentary System
- 5 - The Skeletal System
- 6 - The Muscular System
- 7 - The Nervous System
- 8 - The Sensory Systems
- 9 - The Endocrine System
- 10 - The Respiratory System
- 11 - The Blood
- 12 - The Cardiovascular System
- 13 - The Lymphatic and Immune Systems
- 14 - The Digestive System and Metabolism
- 15 - The Urinary System
- 16 - The Male and Female Reproductive Systems
- Appendix
- Glossary
- Index