Authors: Gary Thibodeau, Kevin Patton

Publication Date: 2004

Number of Pages: 547

ISBN13: 9780323022422

Format: Paperback + CD-ROM

An outstanding introduction to the core principles of anatomy and physiology, Structure and Function of the Body offers solid content, full colour illustrations, an easy-to-read style, and numerous study aids to enhance your comprehension and provide you with a clear and valuable resource for learning.

This practical and comprehensive text presents a wealth of classic features, including............

• Two core themes discussed throughout each chapter in the text - the normal structure and function of the human body and what the body does to maintain homeostatis
• More than 330 vibrant, full-colour illustrations to help clarify difficult concepts.
• Cadaver photos that provide a more accurate representation of the human body
• Boxes and tables throughout each chapter to help summarise important content.
• Three types of clearly labelled, boxed information - covering health and well-being, clinical application, and research, issues and trends - to help you more effectively apply what you are learning.
• A number of helpful study aids like chapter outlines, objectives, learning activities, outline summaries, study tips, vocabulary term and a glossary.

Plus many features that are ALL-NEW in this 12 Edition, such as.....

• Expanded coverage of Chemistry of Life, in its own full chapter to provide a thorough introduction to this important information
• Quick check boxes at the end of each passage to help you evaluate your level of comprehension
• Science application boxes that summarise some of the key professions that make use of the concepts presented in each chapter
• Additional CD-ROM includes a tutors resource manual and test bank, nearly 300 anatomy & physiology images, a study guide which includes chapter overviews, application and labelling exercises (Including crosswords, multiple choice and fill in the blank), and two interactive programs, the Panorama of Anatomy & Physiology and Body Spectrum
• Information on how to access EVOLVE, an interactive website  with further student resources, weblinks and content updates

Contents

1. An Introduction to the Structure and Function of the Body 2. Chemistry of Life NEW! 3. Cells and Tissues 4. Organ Systems of the Body 5. The Integumentary System and Body Membranes 6. The Skeletal System 7. The Muscular System 8. The Nervous System 9. The Senses 10. The Endocrine System 11. Blood 12. The Circulatory System 13. The Lymphatic System and Immunity 14. The Respiratory System 15. The Digestive System 16. Nutrition and Metabolism 17. The Urinary System 18. Fluids and Electrolyte Balance 19. Acid-Base Balance 20. The Reproductive Systems 21. Growth and Development Appendix A: Body Mass Index Appendix B: Common Medical Abbreviations, Prefixes, and Suffixes