| Description |
xxiii, 572 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 28 cm |
| Contents |
Contents note continued: Ch. 18 The urinary system: filtration and fluid balance -- Ch. 19 The reproductive system: replacement and repair -- Ch. 20 The journey's end: now what? |
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Machine generated contents note: Ch. 1 The study success companion: the key to your successful journey -- Ch. 2 Anatomy and physiology: learning the language -- Ch. 3 The human body: reading the map -- Ch. 4 Biochemistry -- Ch. 5 The cells: the raw materials and building blocks -- Ch. 6 Tissues and systems: the inside story -- Ch. 7 The skeletal system: the framework -- Ch. 8 The muscular system: movement for the journey -- Ch. 9 The integumentary system: the protective covering -- Ch. 10 The nervous system: the body's control centre, part I -- Ch. 11 The nervous system: the body's control centre, part II -- Ch. 12 The endocrine system: the body's other control system -- Ch. 13 The special senses: the sights and sounds -- Ch. 14 The cardiovascular system: transport and supply -- Ch. 15 The respiratory system: it's a gas -- Ch. 16 The lymphatic and immune systems: your defence systems -- Ch. 17 The gastrointestinal system: fuel for the trip -- |
| Summary |
"With an applied, visual approach, this book covers the structure and functions of the human body - and clinical applications throughout show the relevance of that knowledge in clinical practice. Contains terminology guides, amazing body facts (to give you an appreciation of just how amazing the human design is), and learning hints - as well as advice study skills and stress management tips; Case studies show how the material might present itself in clinical practice; An engaging writing style helps to explain the most difficult concepts; and Check out the companion website at www.pearsoned.co.uk/colbert, where you'll find further exercises and animations to help you on your way. A clear, straightforward book on anatomy and physiology for all students in nursing and allied health professions."--BOOK JACKET |
| Notes |
"Authorised adaption ... entitled Anatomy and physiology for health professionals: an interactive journey ... by Colbert, Bruce J., Ankney, Jeff, Lee, Karen ... c2007."--T.p. verso |
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Formerly CIP. Uk |
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Includes index |
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Human anatomy.
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Human physiology.
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Physiology.
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Anatomy.
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Physiological Phenomena.
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| Author |
Ankney, Jeff.
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Colbert, Bruce J.
Anatomy and physiology for health professionals
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Dingle, Maria.
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Lee, Karen T.
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Steggall, Martin.
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| ISBN |
0132350912 (paperback) |
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9780132350914 (paperback) |
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