Synopses & Reviews
Designed for the one-semester anatomy and physiology course, Hole's Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology assumes no prior science knowledge and supports core topics with clinical applications, making difficult concepts relevant to students pursuing careers in the allied health field. The unparalleled teaching system is highly effective in providing students with a solid understanding of the important concepts in anatomy and physiology.
Synopsis
Designed for the one-semester anatomy and physiology course, Hole's Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology assumes no prior science knowledge and supports core topics with clinical applications, making difficult concepts relevant to students pursuing careers in the allied health field. The unparalleled teaching system is highly effective in providing students with a solid understanding of the important concepts in anatomy and physiology.
Description
8th ed. / David Shier, Jackie Butler, Ricki Lewis.
About the Author
David Shier teaches at Washtenaw Community College in Ann Arbor, Michigan and is the biology department chair. He received his Ph.D. in physiology from the University of Michigan.Jackie Butler is chair of the Department of Science at Grayson County College. She did her graduate studies in Neuroscience at the University of North Texas.Ricki Lewis, well-known author of Life, Beginnings of Life, and Human Genetics, is currently an instructor at the University of Albany. She received her Ph.D. in genetics from Indiana University. She is practicing genetics counselor for Women's Medical Health Care in New York.
Table of Contents
Unit 1 Levels of Organization1 Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology2 Chemical Basis of Life3 Cells4 Cellular Metabolism5 TissuesUnit 2 Support and Movement6 Skin and the Integumentary System7 Skeletal System8 Muscular SystemUnit 3 Integration and Coordination9 Nervous System10 Somatic and Special Senses11 Endocrine SystemUnit 4 Transport12 Blood13 Cardiovascular System14 Lymphatic System and ImmunityUnit 5 Absorption and Excretion15 Digestion and Nutrition16 Respiratory System17 Urinary System18 Water, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base BalanceUnit 6 The Human Life Cycle19 Reproductive Systems20 Pregnancy, Growth, and Development