Anatomy, physiology, and disease : an interactive journey for health professions by Colbert, Bruce J, Ankney, Jeff, Lee, Karen T instant download

Anatomy, physiology, and disease : an interactive journey for health professions by Colbert, Bruce J, Ankney, Jeff, Lee, Karen T instant download

1 volume (various pagings) : 28 cm +, \"For all combined courses covering anatomy, physiology, and pathology in allied health programs, four year degree programs, military healthcare training centers, and other programs; for standard A & P I and II courses; and as an advanced high school courses. This engaging, conversational book introduces all the anatomy, physiology, and pathology concepts that students must master to succeed in the health professions. It's designed to promote true understanding, not mere memorization, and to help students make the lasting connections they need to thrive as practitioners. Throughout, well-placed \"Pathology Connections\" sections tightly link A & P concepts to pathologic processes. Analogies help students compare the human body to objects and processes they already understand, and illustrations and visual features support the visual learning style many of them prefer. This edition adds new web-based animations, videos, and interactive exercises to its fully integrated website. It also offers an easier-to-navigate text design; enriched illustrations and new photographs; and a new chapter on biochemistry.\"--Publisher's website, Includes index, Anatomy, physiology, & disease : learning the language -- The human body : reading the map -- The cells : the raw materials and building blocks -- Tissues and systems : the inside story -- Basic diagnostic tests : what do the tests tell us? -- The skeletal system : the framework -- The muscular system : movement for the journey -- The integumentary system : the protective covering -- The nervous system : the body's control center -- The endocrine system : the body's other control center -- The senses : the sights and sounds -- The circulatory system : transport and supply -- The respiratory system : it's a gas -- The lymphatic and immune systems : your defense systems -- The gastrointestinal system : fuel for the trip -- The urinary system : filtration and fluid balance -- The re