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Introduction to the Human Body

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ISBN-10: 0470230169

ISBN-13: 9780470230169

Edition: 8th 2010

Authors: Gerard J. Tortora, Bryan H. Derrickson

List price: $169.95
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Introduction to the Human Body enables allied health professionals to efficiently and effectively master the essentials of anatomy and physiology as well as understand the balance between homeostasis and disruptions to homeostasis. Features such as Looking Back to Move Ahead help refresh basic concepts and make connections from system to system and concept to concept. Rich in clinical resources that highlight disruptions to homeostasis, the book also includes a special box in each chapter that focuses on Wellness. These unique discussions help allied health professionals make the connections between knowledge of form and function with optimal healthy choices.
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Book details

List price: $169.95
Edition: 8th
Copyright year: 2010
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated
Publication date: 1/13/2009
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 704
Size: 9.50" wide x 10.75" long x 1.00" tall
Weight: 3.850
Language: English

About the Authors
Preface
Acknowledgements
Note to the Student
Organization of the Human Body
Introductory Chemistry
Cells
Tissues
The Integumentary System
The Skeletal System
Joints
The Muscular System
Nervous Tissue
Central Nervous System, Spinal Nerves, and Cranial Nerves
Autonomic Nervous System
Somatic Senses and Special Senses
The Endocrine System
The Cardiovascular System: Blood
The Cardiovascular System: Heart
The Cardiovascular System: Blood Vessels and Circulation
The Lymphatic System and Immunity
The Respiratory System
The Digestive System
Nutrition and Metabolism
The Urinary System
Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Balance
The Reproductive Systems
Development and Inheritance
Answers to Self-Quizzes and Critical Thinking Applications
Glossary
Credits
Index