Ross & Wilson anatomy and physiology in health and illness /
Waugh, Anne
Ross & Wilson anatomy and physiology in health and illness / Anne Waugh, Allison Grant - 14th edition - [Amsterdam] : Elsevier, c2023. - xi, 586 pages : colour illustrations ; 28 cm.
Includes bibliograhical references [p. 553] and index.
CONTENTS
SECTION 1. The body and its constituents
1. Anatomy and organisation of the body --
2. Physiological chemistry and processes --
3. Cells and tissues --
SECTION 2. Communication
4. The blood --
5. The cardiovascular system --
6. The lymphatic system --
7. The nervous system --
8. The special senses --
9. The endocrine system --
SECTION 3. Intake of raw materials and elimination of waste
10. The respiratory system --
11. Introduction to nutrition --
12. The digestive system --
13. The urinary system --
SECTION 4. Protection of the body and continuation of the species
14. The skin --
15. Defence and immunity --
16. The musculoskeletal system --
17. Genetics and inheritance --
18. The reproductive systems.
The book covers the core essentials of anatomy and physiology, including basic pathology and pathophysiology of important diseases and disorders. This new edition presents additional illustrations to enhance understanding of key concepts, including pathophysiology and diagnostics. Included for the first time is an introduction to surface anatomy, while other updating reflects current scientific knowledge and developments, including coronavirus. Enhanced learning features and an extensive online resource help you grasp all the important areas.
9780323834612 9780323834605 9780323834650
Human physiology..
Human anatomy.
Pathology.
Physiological Phenomena.
Physiology, Pathological
QP34.5.W38 2023
Ross & Wilson anatomy and physiology in health and illness / Anne Waugh, Allison Grant - 14th edition - [Amsterdam] : Elsevier, c2023. - xi, 586 pages : colour illustrations ; 28 cm.
Includes bibliograhical references [p. 553] and index.
CONTENTS
SECTION 1. The body and its constituents
1. Anatomy and organisation of the body --
2. Physiological chemistry and processes --
3. Cells and tissues --
SECTION 2. Communication
4. The blood --
5. The cardiovascular system --
6. The lymphatic system --
7. The nervous system --
8. The special senses --
9. The endocrine system --
SECTION 3. Intake of raw materials and elimination of waste
10. The respiratory system --
11. Introduction to nutrition --
12. The digestive system --
13. The urinary system --
SECTION 4. Protection of the body and continuation of the species
14. The skin --
15. Defence and immunity --
16. The musculoskeletal system --
17. Genetics and inheritance --
18. The reproductive systems.
The book covers the core essentials of anatomy and physiology, including basic pathology and pathophysiology of important diseases and disorders. This new edition presents additional illustrations to enhance understanding of key concepts, including pathophysiology and diagnostics. Included for the first time is an introduction to surface anatomy, while other updating reflects current scientific knowledge and developments, including coronavirus. Enhanced learning features and an extensive online resource help you grasp all the important areas.
9780323834612 9780323834605 9780323834650
Human physiology..
Human anatomy.
Pathology.
Physiological Phenomena.
Physiology, Pathological
QP34.5.W38 2023