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For courses in Anatomy and Physiology for Health Professions. Understanding The Human Form Anatomy and Physiology for Health Professionals: An Interactive Journey is a hands-on study companion that guides nursing and allied health students through the systems of the human body. The volume employs a conversational tone and light humor to stimulate learning, rather than a mass memorization of facts. The enhanced Third Edition is a visually appealing guide to the human body attractive to today's students of all learning styles. The Study Success Companion, found in the back of the volume, is a support cushion of study skills and stress management tips to guide students through this interactive learning process. Anatomy and Physiology for Health Professionals provides gripping insight into the fascinating systems of the human body, enforcing the long-term retention students need to thrive as health professionals. Also Available with MyHealthProfessionsLab (TM) This title is also a

Table of Contents
  1. Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology
  2. The Human Body: Reading the Map
  3. Biochemistry: The Basic Ingredients of Life
  4. The Cells: The Raw Materials and Building Blocks
  5. Tissues and Systems: The Inside Story
  6. The Skeletal System: The Framework
  7. The Muscular System: Movement for the Journey
  8. The Integumentary System: The Protective Covering
  9. The Nervous System (Part I): The Information Super Highway
  10. The Nervous System (Part II): The Traffic Control Center
  11. The Senses: The Sights and Sounds
  12. The Endocrine System: The Body’s Other Control System
  13. The Cardiovascular System: Transport and Supply
  14. The Respiratory System: It’s a Gas
  15. The Lymphatic and Immune Systems: Your Defense
  16. The Gastrointestinal System: Fuel for the Trip
  17. The Urinary System: Filtration and Fluid Balance
  18. The Reproductive System: Replacement and Repair
  19. The Journey’s End: Now What?

Appendix A Answers to Test Your Knowledge
Appendix B Medical Terminology, Word Parts, and Singular and Plural Endings
Appendix C Clinical Abbreviations
Appendix D Laboratory Reference Values
Appendix E: Minerals and Vitamins: Sources, Functions, and Effects of Deficiency and Toxicity

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      Publisher: Pearson Education (US)
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 04/06/2015
      ISBN13: 9780133851113, 978-0133851113
      ISBN10: 133851117

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      For courses in Anatomy and Physiology for Health Professions. Understanding The Human Form Anatomy and Physiology for Health Professionals: An Interactive Journey is a hands-on study companion that guides nursing and allied health students through the systems of the human body. The volume employs a conversational tone and light humor to stimulate learning, rather than a mass memorization of facts. The enhanced Third Edition is a visually appealing guide to the human body attractive to today's students of all learning styles. The Study Success Companion, found in the back of the volume, is a support cushion of study skills and stress management tips to guide students through this interactive learning process. Anatomy and Physiology for Health Professionals provides gripping insight into the fascinating systems of the human body, enforcing the long-term retention students need to thrive as health professionals. Also Available with MyHealthProfessionsLab (TM) This title is also a

      Table of Contents
      1. Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology
      2. The Human Body: Reading the Map
      3. Biochemistry: The Basic Ingredients of Life
      4. The Cells: The Raw Materials and Building Blocks
      5. Tissues and Systems: The Inside Story
      6. The Skeletal System: The Framework
      7. The Muscular System: Movement for the Journey
      8. The Integumentary System: The Protective Covering
      9. The Nervous System (Part I): The Information Super Highway
      10. The Nervous System (Part II): The Traffic Control Center
      11. The Senses: The Sights and Sounds
      12. The Endocrine System: The Body’s Other Control System
      13. The Cardiovascular System: Transport and Supply
      14. The Respiratory System: It’s a Gas
      15. The Lymphatic and Immune Systems: Your Defense
      16. The Gastrointestinal System: Fuel for the Trip
      17. The Urinary System: Filtration and Fluid Balance
      18. The Reproductive System: Replacement and Repair
      19. The Journey’s End: Now What?

      Appendix A Answers to Test Your Knowledge
      Appendix B Medical Terminology, Word Parts, and Singular and Plural Endings
      Appendix C Clinical Abbreviations
      Appendix D Laboratory Reference Values
      Appendix E: Minerals and Vitamins: Sources, Functions, and Effects of Deficiency and Toxicity

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