Synopses & Reviews
Designed for English Language Learners who are entering the health-care field or preparing for college-level science courses, this new text provides an introduction to basic anatomy and physiology. Using clear language and simple analogies to illustrate concepts, Anatomy and Physiology for English Language Learners, by Judy Meier Penn and Elizabeth Hanson, features fully integrated language development, including functional practice in checking comprehension, giving definitions, and much more.
Focusing on a particular organ system, each chapter includes a high-interest opening vignette, extensive illustrations, level-appropriate readings, comprehension checks, vocabulary development and practice, and a section on high-frequency verbs used in scientific contexts. A comprehensive workbook-type review at the end of each chapter includes test items from actual anatomy and physiology texts.
Features
- A student-friendly tone and logical content organization with an abundance of diagrams and graphs
- Readings on physiological processes, such as homeostasis, cellular metabolism, respiration, and digestion, accompanied by challenging activities that encourage criticial thinking
- Information on common medical problems and disorders
- Useful study skills and strategies to ensure student success
- Cross-cultural activities that highlight cultural diversity and provide opportunities for students to offer their own insights
- Achievement tests at the end of the book
Synopsis
Focusing on a particular organ system, each chapter includes a high-interest opening vignette, extensive illustrations, level-appropriate readings, comprehension checks, vocabulary development and practice, and a section on high-frequency verbs used in scientific contexts. A comprehensive workbook-type review at the end of each chapter includes test items from actual anatomy and physiology texts.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology
Chapter 2 The Integumentary System
Chapter 3 The Skeletal System
Chapter 4 The Muscular System
Chapter 5 The Nervous System, Part 1
Chapter 6 The Nervous System, Part 2
Chapter 7 The Digestive System
Chapter 8 Blood and Body Defenses
Chapter 9 The Cardiovascular System
Chapter 10 The Respiratory System
Chapter 11 The Urinary System
Chapter 12 The Reproductive System
Pronunciation Key
Metric — English System Conversions
Word Parts
Achievement Test 1 (Chapters 1-3)
Achievement Test 2 (Chapters 4-6)
Achievement Test 3 (Chapters 7-9)
Achievement Test 4 (Chapters 10-12)
Answer Key
Index