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The Human Body in Health & Disease - Softcover

No one explains A&P more clearly than Patton

Kevin T. Patton (Author), Frank B. Bell (Author), Terry Thompson (Author), Peggie L. Williamson (Author)

9780323734165

Paperback / softback, published 19 April 2023

824 pages
27.6 x 21.6 x 5 cm, 1.72 kg

Completely revised and updated, The Human Body in Health & Disease, 8th Edition makes it easier to understand how the body works, both in typical conditions and when things change. Its easy-to-read writing style, more than 500 full-color illustrations, and unique Clear View of the Human Body transparencies keep you focused on the principles of anatomy, physiology, and pathology. Key features are Connect It! with bonus online content, concept maps with flow charts to simplify complex topics, and chapter objectives and active learning sections. From noted educator Kevin Patton, this book presents A&P in a way that lets you know and understand what is important.

  • More than 500
    •  full-color photographs and drawings illustrate the most current scientific knowledge and bring difficult concepts to life. The beautifully rendered illustrations are unified by a consistent color key and represent a diversity of human identity.
  • A conversational writing style is paired with "chunked" content, making it easy to read and comprehend.
  • UNIQUE! Creative page design uses color backgrounds to organize information in a more inviting, accessible, and motivating way to enhance learning.
  • UNIQUE! The full-color, semi-transparent Clear View of the Human Body permits the on-demand virtual dissection of typical male and female human bodies along several body planes. This 22-page insert contains a series of transparencies that allows you to peel back the layers of the body anterior-to-posterior and posterior-to-anterior.
  • Language of Science/Language of Medicine word lists at the beginning of chapters present key terms, pronunciations, and word-part translations to help you become familiar with new and complex terminology.
  • Animation Direct feature throughout the text guides you to state-of-the-art animations on the companion Evolve website to provide dynamic visual explanations of key concepts.
  • Active Concept Maps offer animated, narrated walk-throughs of concept maps to clarify the text narrative and provide you with clear examples of how to build your own concept maps.

1 Introduction to the Body

2 Chemistry of Life

3 Cells

4 Tissues

5 Organ Systems

6 Mechanisms of Disease

7 Skin and Membranes

8 Skeletal System

9 Muscular System

10 Nervous System

11 Senses

12 Endocrine System

13 Blood

14 Heart and Vascular Disease

15 Circulation of the Blood

16 Lymphatic System and Immunity

17 Respiratory System

18 Digestive System

19 Nutrition and Metabolism

20 Urinary System

21 Fluid and Electrolyte Balance

22 Acid-Base Balance

23 Reproductive Systems

24 Growth and Development

25 Genetics and Genetic Diseases

Appendix A: Examples of Pathological Conditions

Appendix C: Medical Terminology; Hints for Learning and Using Medical Terms

Appendix D: Clinical and Laboratory Values; Conversion Factors to International System of Units (SI Units)

Glossary

Illustration/Photo Credits

Index

Subject Areas: Nursing [MQC]
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