Overview

Principles of Human Physiology, Fourth Edition features integrated clinical coverage, challenging critical thinking questions, and a new flowchart visual style that makes it easier than ever for you to focus on key physiological processes. The new Fourth Edition now includes an even stronger focus on systems integration and clinical applications, an updated art program, and more in-chapter questions for developing critical thinking skills. In addition, features such as Chemistry Review boxes provide additional resources.   Every new copy of the book comes packaged with MasteringA&P™.  

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Author:   Cindy L. Stanfield
Publisher:   Pearson Education (US)
Imprint:   Pearson
Edition:   4th edition
Dimensions:   Width: 22.90cm , Height: 3.60cm , Length: 27.60cm
Weight:   1.950kg
ISBN:  

9780321769695

ISBN 10:   0321769694
Pages:   800
Publication Date:   28 August 2011
Audience:   Adult education ,  Further / Higher Education
Replaced By:   9780321681812
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Out of Print
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

1. Introduction to Physiology 2. The Cell: Structure and Function 3. Cell Metabolism 4. Cell Membrane Transport 5. Chemical Messengers 6. The Endocrine System: Endocrine Glands and Hormone Actions 7. Nerve Cells and Electrical Signaling 8. Synaptic Transmission and Neural Integration 9. The Nervous System: Central Nervous System 10. The Nervous System: Sensory Systems 11. The Nervous System: Autonomic and Motor Systems 12. Muscle Physiology 13. The Cardiovascular System: Cardiac Function 14. The Cardiovascular System: Blood Vessels, Blood Flow and Blood Pressure 15. The Cardiovascular System: Blood 16. The Respiratory System: Pulmonary Ventilation 17. The Respiratory System: Gas Exchange and Regulation of Breathing 18. The Urinary System: Renal Function 19. The Urinary System: Fluid and Electrolyte Balance 20. The Gastrointestinal System 21. Regulation of Energy Metabolism and Growth 22. The Reproductive System 23. The Immune System 24. Diabetes Mellitus: The Epidemic

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Cindy L. Stanfield earned both a B.S. and a Ph.D. in physiology at the University of California at Davis. Her exposure to neurophysiology research as an undergraduate student sparked her interest in pursuing a Ph.D. As a graduate student, Stanfield studied the role of neuropeptides in pain modulation and taught several physiology laboratory courses, which led to her interest in teaching. She currently teaches human physiology lecture and laboratory courses and neuroscience at the University of South Alabama, and she continues with her neurophysiology research on sensory modulation. Stanfield received the College of Allied Health Professions Excellence in Service Award in 2003 and the University of South Alabama Alumni Association Excellence in Teaching Award in 2004. In addition to teaching and research responsibilities, she serves as the advisor for health preprofessionals at the University of South Alabama. Stanfield is a member of the Society for Neuroscience, the International Association for the Study of Pain, the American Pain Society, and the National Association of Advisors for the Health Professions. She lives in Mobile, Alabama, with her husband, Jim, and their many cats and dogs.

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