The Human Body
An Introduction for the Biomedical and Health Sciences
1st Edition
Published on 23. April 2009
Book
Paperback/Softback
816 pages
978-0-19-928907-3 (ISBN)
Description
The human body is an intricate assembly of organs and systems, whose development and ongoing well-being is tightly-regulated. An understanding of these biological systems and processes is central to the biomedical and healthcare sciences - in understanding how the body works in health and disease. The Human Body spans human physiology and anatomy, histology, cell biology, pharmacology, and genetics and immunology, to give a complete overview that forms the perfect foundation to any biomedical or healthcare science course. The book leads the reader gently into the main subject areas without overwhelming them with excessive detail. Its clear, straightforward presentation makes it easy for the reader to grasp the working knowledge they need. * Custom-drawn artwork helps the reader to visualise the concepts being introduced * Key points throughout reinforce the essential facts and themes being presented * End-of-chapter questions enable the reader to check their understanding as they progress through their course Online Resource Centre The Online Resource Centre to accompany The Human Body features: For lecturers: *Figures from the book in electronic format, ready to download.
*A test bank of multiple choice questions, with feedback keyed to the book
*A test bank of multiple choice questions, with feedback keyed to the book
Reviews / Votes
This volume is an excellent choice for any introductory course in the human health professions. Its tight organization and superb style should give it legs for future editions, much to the benefit of both students and professors. The Quaterly Review of BiologyMore details
Language
English
Place of publication
Oxford
United Kingdom
Target group
College/higher education
Illustrations
350 colour illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 246 mm
Width: 199 mm
Thickness: 35 mm
Weight
1625 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-19-928907-3 (9780199289073)
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Schweitzer Classification
Content
SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION; 1. An introduction to the human body; 2. Key concepts in chemistry; 3. The chemical constitution of the body; SECTION 2: THE ORGANIZATION AND BASIC FUNCTIONS OF CELLS; 4. Introducing cells; 5. The functions of the plasma membrane; 6. Cells and tissues; 7. The principles of cell signalling; SECTION 3 EXCITABLE CELLS; 8. Nerve cells and their connections; 9. Muscle; SECTION 4 THE ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY OF BODY SYSTEMS; 10. Musculo-skeletal system; 11. The organization of the nervous system; 12. The physiology of motor systems; 13. The autonomic nervous system; 14. Sensory systems; 15. Some aspects of higher nervous function; 16. The endocrine system; 17. The heart; 18. The electrocardiogram; 19. The circulation; 20. The properties of blood; 21. Defence against infection: inflammation and immunity; 22. Respiration; 23. The kidney and the urinary tract; 24. The digestive system; 25. The liver and gall bladder; 26. The pancreas; 27. Skin structure and function; SECTION 5 REPRODUCTION AND INHERITANCE; 28. The physiology of reproduction; 29. Fertilization and pregnancy; 30. The genetic basis of inheritance; SECTION 6 INTEGRATIVE ASPECTS OF PHYSIOLOGY AND PHARMACOLOGY; 31. The nutritional needs of the body; 32. Energy balance and exercise; 33. The regulation of body temperature; 34. Body fluid and acid-base balance; 35. The uptake, distribution and elimination of drugs