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Simple and straightforward, Thibodeau and Patton's ""Structure & Function of the Body, 14th Edition"" makes the difficult concepts of anatomy and physiology clear and easier to understand. Focusing on the normal structure and function of the human body and what the body does to maintain homeostasis, this introductory text provides more than 400 vibrantly detailed illustrations and a variety of interactive learning tools to help you establish an essential foundation for success in the care of the human body.

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Author:   Dr. Kevin T. Patton, Ph.D. ,  Gary A. Thibodeau
Publisher:   Elsevier - Health Sciences Division
Imprint:   Mosby
Edition:   14th Revised edition
Dimensions:   Width: 20.30cm , Height: 3.00cm , Length: 25.40cm
Weight:   1.256kg
ISBN:  

9780323077217

ISBN 10:   0323077218
Pages:   576
Publication Date:   03 October 2011
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Tertiary & Higher Education
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Out of Print
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

1. An Introduction to the Structure and Function of the Body 2. Chemistry of Life 3. Cells and Tissues 4. Organ Systems of the Body 5. The Integumentary System and Body Membranes 6. The Skeletal System 7. The Muscular System 8. The Nervous System 9. The Senses 10. The Endocrine System 11. Blood 12. The Circulatory System 13. The Lymphatic System and Immunity 14. The Respiratory System 15. The Digestive System 16. Nutrition and Metabolism 17. The Urinary System 18. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance 19. Acid-Base Balance 20. The Reproductive Systems 21. Growth and Development Appendix A: Body Mass Index Appendix B: Common Medical Abbreviations, Prefixes, and Suffixes Chapter Test Answers Glossary Illustration/Photo Credits

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Professor Emeritus Kevin T. Patton works at Life Sciences, St. Charles Community College Cottleville, MO Professor of Human Anatomy & Physiology Instruction (HAPI adjunct) Northeast College of Health Sciences Seneca Falls, NY

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