vii Features Multiple features address topics of interest related to the study of anatomy and physiology. In addition to the Clinical Case Study at the beginning of each chapter, Clinical Applications throughout the textbook provide insights about how concepts relate to healthcare practices. Research Notes highlight recent and ongoing scientific studies related to human anatomy and physiology. Focus On… features introduce chapter-related topics of interest that are current and relevant. Throughout every chapter, Understanding Medical Terminology boxes explain the meaning of medical terms, provide insights about why certain structures and medical conditions are named as they are, and provide helpful hints for remembering the terms. In addition, a Medical Terminology section at the end of each chapter helps you practice medical word-building skills. The Self Check questions at the end of each section provide the opportunity to see how well you understand the concepts. Review, critical thinking, and research questions at the end of each chapter assess your comprehension of the topics presented, and questions related to the Clinical Case Study help you tie together the chapter concepts in a meaningful way.