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Structure & Function of the Body - Softcover

  • 16th Edition - April 26, 2019
  • Latest edition
  • Authors: Kevin T. Patton, Gary A. Thibodeau
  • Language: English

Get a solid understanding of the human body! Using simple, conversational language and vivid animations and illustrations, Structure & Function of the Body, 16th Edition i… Read more

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Get a solid understanding of the human body! Using simple, conversational language and vivid animations and illustrations, Structure & Function of the Body, 16th Edition introduces the normal structure and function of the human body and what the body does to maintain homeostasis. To help make difficult A&P concepts easy to understand, this new edition features thoroughly revised content and review questions which reflect the most current information available and a unique 22-page, semi-transparent insert of the human body. Plus, Connect It! boxes throughout directly correlate to online content giving you additional clinical and scientific insights essential to patient care!

Key features

  • 22-page Clear View of the Human Body
  • is a unique, full-color, semi-transparent insert depicting the human body (male and female) in layers.
  • Conversational and clear writing style makes content easy to read and understand.
  • Full-color design contains more than 400 drawings and photos.
  • Updated study tips sections at the beginning of each chapter help break down difficult topics and guide you on how to best use book features to their advantage.
  • Questions for student review are found throughout the chapters and cover critical thinking, open-ended, fill-in-the-blank, matching, multiple-choice, and other question formats.
  • Special boxes such as Health and Well-Being boxes, Clinical Application boxes, Research and Trends boxes, and more help you apply what you have learned to your future career.
  • Language of Science and Medicine section in each chapter includes key terms, word parts, and pronunciations to place a greater focus on medical terminology.
  • Resources on the Evolve companion website include Animation Direct, audio summaries, audio glossary, a new online coloring book, review questions, and FAQs.

Table of contents

1. Introduction to the Body

2. Chemistry of Life

3. Cells

4. Tissues

5. Organ Systems

6. Skin and Membranes

7. Skeletal System

8. Muscular System

9. Nervous System

10. Senses

11. Endocrine System

12. Blood

13. Cardiovascular System

14. Lymphatic System and Immunity

15. Respiratory System

16. Digestive System

17. Nutrition and Metabolism

18. Urinary System

19. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance

20. Acid-Base Balance

21. Reproductive Systems

22. Growth, Development, and Aging
Appendix A: Body Mass Index
Appendix B: Common Medical Abbreviations, Prefixes, and Suffixes
Appendix C: Chapter Test Answers
Glossary
Illustration/Photo Credits

Product details

  • Edition: 16
  • Latest edition
  • Published: November 7, 2019
  • Language: English

About the authors

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Kevin T. Patton

Professor Emeritus Kevin T. Patton works at Life Sciences,St. Charles Community College Cottleville, MO Professor of Human Anatomy & Physiology Instruction (HAPI adjunct) Northeast College of Health Sciences Seneca Falls, NY
Affiliations and expertise
Professor Emeritus, Life Sciences, St. Charles Community College Cottleville, MO Professor of Human Anatomy and Physiology Instruction (HAPI adjunct) Northeast College of Health Sciences Seneca Falls, NY, USA

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Gary A. Thibodeau

Affiliations and expertise
Chancellor Emeritus and Professor Emeritus of Biology, University of Wisconsin, River Falls, River Falls, Wisconsin, USA