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050 _aQP 34.5 .R59 2004
100 _aRizzo, Donald C.
_eauthor
245 0 _aDelmar's fundamentals of anatomy and physiology /
_cDonald C. Rizzo
260 _aStamford, Connecticut :
_bDelmar Cengage Learning,
_cc2004
300 _axvii, 476 pages :
_billustrations ;
_c26 cm.
504 _aIncludes index.
505 _aHuman body -- Chemistry of life -- Cell structure -- Cellular metabolism and reproduction: mitosis and meiosis -- Tissues -- Integumentary system -- Skeletal system -- Articular system -- Muscular system -- Nervous system: introduction, spinal cord, and spinal nerves -- Nervous system: the brain, cranial nerves, autonomic nervous system, and the special senses -- Endocrine system -- Blood -- Cardiovascular system -- Lymphatic system -- Nutrition and the digestive system -- Respiratory system -- Urinary system -- Reproductive system.
520 _aThis new full-color text designed for a one-semester course is organized according to body functions, and focuses on the body working together to promote homeostasis. Chapters are self-contained so instructors can teach in any order preferred. For students pursuing careers in the health professions, chapters contain concise synopses of broad anatomical and physiological topics. Essential laboratory exercises included at the end of chapters provide hands-on lab experience. Key terms with phonetic pronunciations help build vocabulary. Free CD-ROM with each text provides additional practice through several types of activities and games for learning anatomy and physiology. Instant feedback helps students learn more quickly by explaining why an answer is correct or incorrect. · Chapter outlines at the beginning of each chapter allow learners to preview major concepts to be presented · Health Alert and Common Disease, Disorder or Condition Boxes help students relate concepts presented in a practical way. · End of chapter review exercises help assess concepts learned; critical thinking questions encourage research and discussion. · Concept Maps for selected chapters illustrate the connections between anatomy and physiology of the organs of each body system. · Body Systems Working Together to Maintain Homeostasis help learner see integration of separate systems into one body.
650 _aHUMAN PHYSIOLOGY
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