Principles of Anatomy and Physiology / Edition 14

by Gerard J. Tortora

Overview

A solid scientific presentation of the principles of the human structure and function! The outstanding illustration program and innovative learning features frame a superb balance between anatomy and physiology that emphasizes correlations between normal physiology and pathophysiology, normal anatomy and pathology, and homeostasis and homeostatic imbalances.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	2901118345008
Publisher:	Wiley
Publication date:	12/31/2013
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	1232
Product dimensions:	9.50(w) x 10.90(h) x 1.60(d)

About the Author

Gerard Tortora is Professor of Biology and former Biology Coordinator at Bergen Community College in Paramus, New Jersey, where he teaches human anatomy and physiology as well as microbiology. He received his bachelor's degree in biology from Fairleigh Dickinson University and his master’s degree in science education from Montclair State College. He has been a member of many professional organizations, including the Human Anatomy and Physiology Society (HAPS), the American Society of Microbiology (ASM), American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), National Education Association (NEA), and the Metropolitan Association of College and University Biologists (MACUB).
Above all, Gerard is devoted to his students and their aspirations. In recognition of this commitment, Gerard was the recipient of MACUB's 1992 President's Memorial Award. In 1996, he received a National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD) excellence award from the University of Texas and was selected to represent Bergen Community College in a campaign to increase awareness of the contributions of community colleges to higher education.
Gerard is the author of several best-selling science textbooks and laboratory manuals, a calling that often requires many additional hours per week beyond his teaching responsibilities. Nevertheless, he still makes time for four or five weekly aerobic workouts that include biking and running. He also enjoys attending college basketball and professional hockey games and performances at the Metropolitan Opera House.

Bryan Derrickson is Professor of Biology at Valencia College in Orlando, Florida, where he teaches human anatomy and physiology as well as general biology and human sexuality. He received his bachelor's degree in biology from Morehouse College and his Ph.D. in cell biology from Duke University. Bryan's study at Duke was in the Physiology Division within the Department of Cell Biology, so while his degree is in cell biology, his training focused on physiology. At Valencia, he has served as a member of the Faculty Senate, which is the governing body of the college, and as a member of the Faculty Academy Committee (now called the Teaching and Learning Academy), which sets the standards for the acquisition of tenure by faculty members. Nationally, he is a member of the Human Anatomy and Physiology Society (HAPS) and the National Association of Biology Teachers (NABT). Bryan has always wanted to teach. Inspired by several biology professors while in college, he decided to pursue physiology with an intent to teach at the college level. He is completely dedicated to the success of his students. He particularly enjoys the challenges of his diverse student population, in terms of their age, ethnicity, and academic ability, and finds being able to reach all of them a rewarding experience. His students continually recognize Bryan's efforts and care by nominating him for a campus award known as the "Valencia Professor Who Makes Valencia a Better Place to Start." Bryan has received this award three times.

Table of Contents

Preface.

To the Student.

UNIT 1: ORGANIZATION OF THE HUMAN BODY.

Chapter 1: An Introduction to the Human Body.

Chapter 2: The Chemical Level of Organization.

Chapter 3: The Cellular Level of Organization.

Chapter 4: The Tissue Level of Organization.

Chapter 5: The Integumentary System.

UNIT 2: PRINCIPLES OF SUPPORT AND MOVEMENT.

Chapter 6: The Skeletal System: Bone Tissue.

Chapter 7: The Skeletal System: The Axial Skeleton.

Chapter 8: The Skeletal System: The Appendicular Skeleton.

Chapter 9: Joints.

Chapter 10: Muscle Tissue.

Chapter 11: The Muscular System.

UNIT 3: CONTROL SYSTEMS OF THE HUMAN BODY.

Chapter 12: Nervous Tissue.

Chapter 13: The Spinal Cord and Spinal Nerves.

Chapter 14: The Brain and Cranial Nerves.

Chapter 15: Sensory, Motor, and Integrative Systems.

Chapter 16: The Special Senses.

Chapter 17: The Autonomic Nervous System.

Chapter 18: The Endocrine System.

UNIT 4: MAINTENANCE OF THE HUMAN BODY.

Chapter 19: The Cardiovascular System: The Blood.

Chapter 20: The Cardiovascular System: The Heart.

Chapter 21: The Cardiovascular System: Blood Vessels and Hemodynamics.

Chapter 22: The Lymphatic System, Nonspecific Resistance to Disease, and Immunity.

Chapter 23: The Respiratory System.

Chapter 24: The Digestive System.

Chapter 25: Metabolism.

Chapter 26: The Urinary System.

Chapter 27: Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Homeostasis.

UNIT 5: CONTINUITY.

Chapter 28: The Reproductive Systems.

Chapter 29: Development and Inheritance.

Appendix A:Measurements.

Appendix B: Periodic Table.

Appendix C: Normal Values for Selected Blood Tests.

Appendix D: Answers.

Glossary.

Credits.

Index.

Editorial Reviews

New edition of a comprehensive, comprehensible text for an introductory course in anatomy and physiology, for students preparing for careers in health-related professions. Includes excellent color diagrams; examples of clinical applications and disorders; insets on orientation and body planes; flowcharts of feedback mechanisms; and learning aids including questions and answers, pronunciation guides, chapter glossaries, and study outlines. Comes with a paperback atlas of the human skeleton with photos. This eighth edition contains new cadaver photographs and new illustrations. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Booknews

Reviewer: Steven K Hamick, AAS, BIS (Corewell Health East, William Beaumont University Hospital)
Description: This13th edition continues in the tradition of its predecessors of being arguably one of the best anatomy and physiology textbooks available. It integrates the classic text with online multimedia aids. The previous edition was published in 2008.
Purpose: Helping Teachers and Students Succeed Together "is the foundation of this book. This edition offers a balanced presentation of content, integrating online animations, visualizations, and MP3 downloads to reinforce concepts. "
Audience: Written for healthcare students taking two semesters of anatomy and physiology, it is used in many healthcare programs.
Features: The book uses a homeostatic approach. It begins with chemical, cellular, and tissue levels of organization, then progresses into integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems before moving into the various organ systems throughout the body. Each chapter begins with a statement, a brief overview of the chapter, and chapter objectives and contains numerous images, drawings, tables, and figures, plus Clinical Connections that highlight clinical relevance. Chapters end with a disorders section followed by medical terminology, chapter review and resource summary, self-quiz questions, critical thinking questions, and answers to figure questions posed within the chapter.
Assessment: This is an outstanding anatomy and physiology textbook and ranks with other classics such as Hole's Human Anatomy and Physiology, 12th edition, Shier et al. (McGraw-Hill, 2010). Not only is it excellent for healthcare students, it also would be appropriate for high school students and as a reference in libraries.

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