Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology for Healthcare Students

This book provides a highly accessible introduction to anatomy and physiology. Written for students studying the subject for the first time, it covers the human body from the atomic and cellular levels through to all the major systems and including chapters on blood and immunity and homeostasis.

Autorentext

David Sturgeon is Senior Lecturer in Nursing at Canterbury Christ Church University, UK.

Inhalt

Chapter 1. Atoms, elements and compounds Chapter 2. Cells, tissues and organs Chapter 3. Homeostasis Chapter 4. Skeletal system Chapter 5. Blood Chapter 6. Immunity Chapter 7. Cardiovascular system Chapter 8. Blood pressure Chapter 9. Respiratory system Chapter 10. Renal system Chapter 11. Digestive system Chapter 12. Nervous system Chapter 13. Endocrine system Chapter 14. Reproductive system