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Body Structures and Functions Updated
About this book
Written and designed specifically for allied health students, BODY STRUCTURES AND FUNCTIONS UPDATED, 13th edition, equips you to the basics required for the study of the human body and how it functions. It provides a clear introduction to life functions, medical terminology and phonetic pronunciations as well as a thorough review of human development and body processes. Diseases and disorders are integrated within each body system chapter to link physiology with anatomy. A media link feature connects you to 3-D anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology animations that bring chapter concepts to life, while detailed Career Profiles give you an inside look at the many health care professions available today. In addition, hands-on activities and case studies emphasize clinical applications, giving you a realistic view of situations you will face on the job. This edition is aligned with Precision Exams' Health Science Career Cluster.
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Table of contents
- Contents
- Preface
- How to Study Using Body Structures and Functions
- Prologue
- Ch 1: Introduction to the Structural Units
- Ch 2: Chemistry of Living Things
- Ch 3: Cells
- Ch 4: Tissues and Membranes
- Ch 5: Integumentary System
- Ch 6: Skeletal System
- Ch 7: Muscular System
- Ch 8: Central Nervous System
- Ch 9: Peripheral and Autonomic Nervous System
- Ch 10: Special Senses
- Ch 11: Endocrine System
- Ch 12: Blood
- Ch 13: Heart
- Ch 14: Circulation and Blood Vessels
- Ch 15: The Lymphatic and Immune Systems
- Ch 16: Infection Control and Standard Precautions
- Ch 17: Respiratory System
- Ch 18: Digestive System
- Ch 19: Nutrition
- Ch 20: Urinary System
- Ch 21: Reproductive System
- Ch 22: Genetics and Genetically Linked Diseases
- Appendix A: Metric Conversion Tables
- Appendix B: The Scientific Method
- Glossary
- Index