Main description:

Designed for an introductory, one-semester course, the scope, organization, writing style, depth of presentation, and pedagogical aspects of this text have been tailored to meet the needs of students preparing for a career in allied health. This text does not assume any prior science knowledge on the part of the student and effectively presents students with the fundamentals of anatomy and physiology. It's the only one-semester text available with a built-in study guide/workbook.

Contents:

Part 1 Organization of the Body 1 Introduction to the Human Body 2 Chemical Aspects of Life 3 Cell 4 Tissues and Membranes Part 2 Covering, Support, and Movement of the Body 5 Integumentary System 6 Skeletal System 7 Muscular System Part 3 Integration and Control 8 Nervous System 9 Senses 10 Endocrine System Part 4 Maintenance of the Body 11 Blood 12 Heart and Blood Vessels 13 Lymphatic System and Defenses Against Disease 14 Respiratory System 15 Digestive System 16 Urinary System Part 5 Reproduction 17 Reproductive Systems 18 Pregnancy, Prenatal Development, and Genetics Part 6 Study Guides Appendix A Keys to Medical Terminology Appendix B Answers to Check Your Understanding Questions