Full Description
The human body is a complicated and beautiful machine, governed by the laws of physics and chemistry. By understanding its physiology - how it performs its varied functions - it is possible to build strategies for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease.
In this latest edition, expanded and restructured coverage of sensory physiology and the respiratory system, a new comprehensive glossary of key terms, and additional online learning resources make Human Physiology even more student-friendly than its predecessors.
Human Physiology provides clear explanations of the principles that govern the body's physiological processes and shows how these can be applied. This is the ideal course companion for any student needing a solid foundation in the subject for a future career in human biology, biomedical science, or medicine.
Online resources
Student resources
- Numerical and clinical problems
- Multiple choice questions
- Web links
Lecturer resources
- Figures from the book
Contents
SECTION 1 BASIC CONCEPTS IN PHYSIOLOGY; SECTION 2 THE ORGANIZATION AND BASIC FUNCTIONS OF CELLS; SECTION 3 THE EXCITABLE TISSUES - NERVE AND MUSCLE; SECTION 4 THE NERVOUS SYSTEM AND SPECIAL SENSES; SECTION 5 THE ENDOCRINE SYSTEM; SECTION 6 BLOOD AND THE IMMUNE SYSTEM; SECTION 7 THE CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM; SECTION 8 THE RESPIRATORY SYSTEM; SECTION 9 THE REGULATION OF THE INTERNAL ENVIRONMENT; SECTION 10 THE GASTROINTESTINAL SYSTEM; SECTION 11 REPRODUCTION AND GROWTH
