Essentials of Anatomy & Physiology

Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology

5th Ed. ©2007 F. A. Davis Company Publishers
Authors/Editors: Valerie C. Scanlon, PhD & Tina Sanders
ISBN: 0803615469 / 9780803615465
Subjects: Anatomy, Physiology, Nursing, Allied Health
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Overview

Introductory title for undergraduate students studying the body's structure and function. Features more than 300 color illustrations, clinical pathophysiology applications, boxed inserts, and additional questions and critical thinking exercises.

"...Classroom-ready learning for all nursing and allied health students. Presented in a skillfully illustrated format, the new edition is 'A&P 101' for students learning about the body's structure and functions."

What's New:

  • Updated content that reflects the latest research in A&P, including the newly discovered functions of RNA.
  • Loaded with new full-color illustrations throughout.
  • Revised and revamped chapter on Lymphatic System and Immunity with new artwork and revised illustrations as well as new nomenclature of innate and adaptive immunity.
  • New questions for every figure in the book that encourage critical thinking and sound study habits and communicate the relationship between the illustrations and content. (Answers provided in the Appendix.)

Key Features:

  • Flexible presentation of content that's suitable for any course.
  • Highly detailed anatomy photographs and full-color illustrations.
  • Clinical application boxes.
  • Extensive microbiology tables.
  • Pedagogical features including . chapter outlines . student objectives . new and related clinical terminology (with pronunciations) . study outlines . review questions and "For further thought" discussion topics . and comprehensive glossary of terms.

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Authors

Valerie C. Scanlon, PhD
College of Mount St. Vincent
Riverdale, New York

Tina Sanders
Medical Illustrator
Castle Creek, New York.
Formerly
Head Graphic Artist
Tompkins Cortland Community College
Dryden, New York

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