Understanding Anatomy & Physiology: A Visual, Auditory, Interactive Approach
Understanding Anatomy & Physiology: A Visual, Auditory, Interactive Approach
Editor/Author
Thompson, Gale Sloan
Publication Year: 2015
Publisher: F.A.Davis Company
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$63.95

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ISBN: 978-0-80-364373-4
Category: Health & Medicine - Health
Image Count:
744
Book Status: Available
Table of Contents
An overview of the body, including its chemical and cellular structures, with one-of-a-kind portrayals of each body system, grouped by function. A wealth of full-color illustrations, figures, sidebars, helpful hints, and easy-to-read descriptions make information crystal clear. Each unique page spread provides an entire unit of understanding, breaking down complex concepts into easy-to-grasp sections.
Table of Contents
- PREFACE
- ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
- Dedication
- CONSULTANTS
- REVIEWERS
- PART I: ORGANIZATION OF THE BODY
- Chapter 1: Orientation to the Human Body
- Organization of the Body
- Organ Systems
- Anatomical Terms
- Homeostasis
- Chapter 2: Chemistry of Life
- Basic Structures of Life
- Basic Processes of Life
- Compounds of Life
- Chapter 3: Cells
- Cell Variations
- Cell Structure
- Movement Through Cell Membranes
- Cellular Growth and Reproduction
- Protein Synthesis
- Cell Growth and Reproduction
- PART II: COVERING, SUPPORT, AND MOVEMENT OF THE BODY
- Chapter 4: Tissues
- Tissue Development
- Epithelial Tissue
- Connective Tissue
- Nervous Tissue
- Muscle Tissue
- Tissue Repair
- Membranes
- Chapter 5: Integumentary System
- Structure of the Skin
- Skin Color
- Functions of the Skin
- Chapter 6: Bones & Bone Tissue
- Bone Functions
- Classification of Bones
- Bone Tissue
- Bone Marrow
- Bone Development
- Bone Remodeling
- Bone Fractures
- Chapter 7: Skeletal System
- Overview of the Skeletal System
- The Skull
- The Vertebral Column
- The Thoracic Cage
- Pectoral Girdle
- Upper Limb
- Pelvic Girdle
- Lower Limb
- Chapter 8: Joints
- Classifications of Joints
- Chapter 9: Muscular System
- Types of Muscle
- Skeletal Muscle Structure
- Muscle Contraction and Relaxation
- Muscle Function
- Superficial Muscles
- How Muscles Are Named
- Major Muscles of the Body
- PART III: REGULATION AND INTEGRATION OF THE BODY
- Chapter 10: Nervous System
- Overview of the Nervous System
- Divisions of the Nervous System
- Nervous System Cells
- Repair of Nerve Fibers
- Impulse Conduction
- Synapses
- Structure of the Spinal Cord
- Spinal Nerves
- Somatic Reflexes
- General Structures of the Brain
- Divisions of the Brain
- Functions of the Cerebral Cortex
- Cranial Nerves
- Visceral Reflexes
- Structure of the Autonomic Nervous System
- Divisions of the Autonomic Nervous System
- Effects of the ANS on Target Organs
- Chapter 11: Sense Organs
- Sensory Receptors
- The General Senses
- The Special Senses
- Chapter 12: Endocrine System
- Overview of the Endocrine System
- Hormones
- The Pituitary Gland and Hypothalamus
- Pineal Gland
- Thymus
- Thyroid Gland
- Parathyroid Glands
- Adrenal Glands
- Pancreas
- Gonads
- Other Endocrine Cells and Chemicals
- PART IV: MAINTENANCE OF THE BODY
- Chapter 13: Blood
- Components of Blood
- Blood Cell Formation
- Red Blood Cells
- White Blood Cells
- Platelets and the Control of Bleeding
- Blood Types
- Chapter 14: Heart
- Structures of the Heart
- Heart Sounds
- Blood Flow through the Heart
- Coronary Circulation
- Cardiac Conduction
- Cardiac Cycle
- Cardiac Output
- Chapter 15: Vascular System
- Vessel Structure
- Arteries
- Veins
- Capillaries
- Circulatory Routes
- Principles of Circulation
- Chapter 16: Lymphatic & Immune Systems
- Lymphatic System
- Overview of the Immune System
- Nonspecific Immunity
- Specific Immunity
- Immune System Disorders
- Chapter 17: Respiratory System
- Upper Respiratory Tract
- Lower Respiratory Tract
- Pulmonary Ventilation
- Chapter 18: Urinary System
- Overview of the Urinary System
- The Kidneys
- Urine Formation
- Composition of Urine
- Storage and Elimination of Urine
- Chapter 19: Fluid, Electrolyte, & Acid-Base Balance
- Water Balance
- Electrolyte Balance
- Acid-Base Balance
- Acid-Base Imbalances
- Chapter 20: Digestive System
- Overview of the Digestive System
- Mouth
- Pharynx
- Esophagus
- Stomach
- Liver, Gallbladder, and Pancreas
- Small Intestine
- Chemical Digestion and Absorption
- Large Intestine
- Chapter 21: Nutrition & Metabolism
- Units of Energy
- Hunger and Satiety
- Nutrients
- Metabolism
- Thermoregulation
- Chapter 22: Human Microbiome
- Building a Microbiome
- Components of the Microbiome
- PART V: CONTINUITY
- Chapter 23: Reproductive Systems
- Overview of the Reproductive System
- Male Reproductive System
- Female Reproductive System
- Methods of Birth Control
- Chapter 24: Pregnancy & Human Development
- Fertilization
- Stages of Prenatal Development
- Physical Changes During Pregnancy
- Childbirth
- Lactation
- The Neonate
- Chapter 25: Heredity
- Chromosomes
- Genes
- Sex-Linked Inheritance
- Genetic Disorders
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