Anatomy, Physiology, and Disease An Interactive Journey for Health Professions

by Colbert, Bruce J.; Ankney, Jeff J.; Lee, Karen T.

• ISBN13: 9780132865661
• ISBN10: 0132865661
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2012-04-17
• Publisher: Pearson

Summary

This engaging, conversational book introduces all the anatomy, physiology, and pathology concepts that students must master to succeed in the health professions. ANATOMY, PHYSIOLOGY, & DISEASE: AN INTERACTIVE JOURNEY FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONS, 2/e is designed to promote true understanding, not mere memorization, and to help students make the lasting connections they need to thrive as practitioners. Throughout, well-placed "Pathology Connections" sections tightly link A&P concepts to pathologic processes. Analogies help students compare the human body to objects and processes they already understand, and illustrations and visual features support the visual learning style many of them prefer. This edition adds new web-based animations, videos, and interactive exercises to its fully integrated website. It also offers an easier-to-navigate text design; enriched illustrations and new photographs; and a new chapter on biochemistry.

Table of Contents

1. Anatomy, Physiology and Disease: Learning the Language

2. The Human Body: Reading the Map

3. Biochemistry: The 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: The Body’s Control Center

10. The Endocrine System: The Body’s Other Control Center

11. The Senses: The Sights and Sounds

12. The Cardiovascular System: Transport and Supply

13. The Respiratory System: It’s a Gas

14. The Lymphatic and Immune Systems: Your Defense Systems

15. The Gastrointestinal System: Fuel for the Trip

16. The Urinary System: Filtration and Fluid Balance

17. The Reproductive System: Replacement and Repair

18. Basic Diagnostic Tests: Assessing the Systems

19. The Journey’s End: Now What? The Study Success Companion: The Key to Your Successful Journey

Appendix A: Medical Terminology Word Parts and Singular and Plural Endings

Appendix B: Clinical Abbreviations and “Do Not Use” List

Appendix C: Infectious Diseases and Their Pathogens

Appendix D: Laboratory Reference Values

Appendix E: Multi-System Effects of Various Diseases and Conditions

Appendix F: Vitamins and Minerals: Sources, Functions and Effects of Deficiency and Toxicity

Appendix G: Standard and Transmission Based Precautions