Anatomy & Physiology: A Complete Introduction: Teach Yourself - Couverture souple

Vay, David Le

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 147360866X ISBN 13 : 9781473608665

Editeur : Teach Yourself, 2015

Synopsis

Anatomy & Physiology: A Complete Introduction is designed to give you everything you need to succeed, all in one place. It covers the key areas that students are expected to be confident in, outlining the basics in clear, jargon-free English and providing added-value features like summaries of key books and even lists of questions you might be asked in your seminar or exam.

The book uses a structure that mirrors the way anatomy & physiology is taught on many university courses, providing a comprehensive introduction to the structure and function of the human body. Extensively illustrated, the book also covers modern methods of investigation, relevant aspects of modern genetics, sports injuries, environmental and evolutionary considerations, and the physiological aspects of AIDS. Topics covered include: cells and tissues; the skeleton; muscle; body coverings and body systems; the upper limb; the lower limb; the abdomen; the thorax; the head and neck; basic biophysics and chemistry; foodstuffs and vitamins; digestion; absorption, utilization and storage of digested food; blood, lymph and reticuloendothelial (immune) system; the heart and circulation; respiration; excretion; nervous system and sense organs; the endocrine system; reproduction and development; environmental considerations; evolution.

Anatomy & Physiology employs the 'Breakthrough Method' to help you advance quickly at any subject, whether you're studing for an exam or just for your own interst. The Breakthrough Method is designed to overcome typical problems you'll face as learn new concepts and skills.

- Problem: "I find it difficult to remember what I've read."; Solution: this book includes end-of-chapter summaries and questions to test your understanding.
- Problem: "Lots of introductory books turn out to cover totally different topics than my course."; Solution: this book is written by a university lecturer who understands what students are expected to know.

A propos du livre

À propos de l?auteur

David le Vay, MS, FRCS, was a consultant surgeon for many years and a well-known author and editor.

À propos de la quatrième de couverture

The human body is a hugely vast and complex mechanism. How does it work and how can we analyse its many processes and functions?

Anatomy & Physiology: A Complete Introduction is a comprehensive introduction to the structure and function of the human body. It explains in an easy-to-read manner the essential knowledge needed for learning about human anatomy, including the skeleton, muscle groups, cells and tissues. It provides insight into the physiology and processes associated with the human body such as the nervous and immune systems, digestion, respiration, reproduction and many more. This large format, fully illustrated book also looks at topics related to the subject in detail including sports training and injuries, foodstuffs and vitamins, genetics and the physiological aspects of AIDS.

Whether you are preparing for an essay, studying for an exam or simply want to expand your knowledge, Anatomy and Physiology: A Complete Introduction is your go-to guide to the human body. David Le Vay, MS, FRCS, was a consultant surgeon for many years and a well-known author and editor.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Teach Yourself
• Date d'édition: 2015
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 147360866X
• ISBN 13: 9781473608665
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 384
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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