Guyton and Hall physiology review /
John E. Hall.
- Second edition.
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania : Elsevier Saunders, c2011
- x, 252 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm.
Includes index.
The cell and general physiology -- Membrane physiology, nerve, and muscle -- The heart -- The circulation -- The body fluids and kidneys -- Blood cells, immunity, and blood coagulation -- Respiration -- Aviation, space, and deep-sea diving physiology -- The nervous system: A. general principles and sensory physiology -- The nervous system: B. the special senses -- The nervous system: C. Motor and integrative neurophysiology -- Gastrointestinal physiology -- Metabolism and temperature regulation -- Endocrinology and reproduction -- Sports physiology.
The Guyton and Hall Physiology Review, by Dr. John E. Hall, is an ideal way to prepare for the USMLE. More than 1,000 board-style questions test your knowledge of the most essential, need-to-know concepts in physiology. Review the physiology of all major body systems, with emphasis on system interaction, homeostasis, and pathophysiology, and master a large amount of information in an abbreviated time. Focus on all of the essential information you need to know for the physiology portion of the USMLE examnination. Reinforce your understanding and visualize physiologic principles with enhanced color figures and well- illustrated line diagrams. -- Publisher description