Human anatomy and physiology : [electronic book] /
By: Marieb, Elaine Nicpon [author.].
Contributor(s): Hoehn, Katja [author.] | ProQuest [vendor]
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Publisher: Harlow, United Kingdom : Pearson Education Limited, [2019]Edition: 11th edition; Global edition.Description: 1 online resource (1266 pages) : illustrations (colour).Content type: text | text | still image Media type: computer | computer Carrier type: online resource | online resourceISBN: 9781292260938; 9781292260938:; 1292260939.Subject(s): Human anatomy | Human physiologyOnline resources: Access ebook here Item type | Current library | Call number | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds |
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The human body: an orientation -- Chemistry comes alive -- Cells: the living units -- Tissue: the living fabric -- The integumentary system -- Bones and skeletal tissues -- The skeleton -- Joints -- Muscles and muscle tissue -- The muscular system -- Fundamentals of the nervous system and nervous tissue -- The central nervous system -- The peripheral nervous system and reflex activity -- The autonomic nervous system -- The special senses -- The endocrine system -- Blood -- The cardiovascular system: the heart -- The cardiovascular system: blood vessels -- The lymphatic system and lymphoid organs and tissues -- The immune system: innate and adaptive body defenses -- The respiratory system -- The digestive system -- Nutrition, metablism, and energy balance -- The urinary system -- Fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base balance -- The reproductive system -- Pregnancy and human development -- Heredity.
'Human Anatomy & Physiology' motivates and supports learners at every level, from novice to expert, equipping them with 21st century skills to succeed in A&P and beyond. Each carefully paced chapter guides students in advancing from mastering A&P terminology to applying knowledge in clinical scenarios, to practicing the critical thinking and problem-solving skills required for entry to nursing, allied health, and exercise science programs.