anatomy, physiology, study guides 

This A & P textbook features full-color illustrations and a conversational writing style. The textbook focuses on concepts rather than descriptions to help you understand the information. With a focus on the unifying themes of structure and function and homeostasis, Patton and Thibodeau facilitate the comprehension of difficult material with thorough, consistent, and non-intimidating explanations that are free of unnecessary terminology and extraneous information. 

xxx, 1154, [72] p. : ill. (chiefly col.) ; 29 cm. 

Unit 1 The Body as A Whole -- Introduction -- Chapter 1 Organization of the Body -- Chapter 2 The Chemical Basis of Life -- Chapter 3 Anatomy of Cells -- Chapter 4 Physiology of Cells -- Chapter 5 Cell Growth and Reproduction -- Chapter 6 Tissues -- Unit 2 Support and Movement -- Chapter 7 Skin and Its Appendages -- Chapter 8 Skeletal Tissues -- Chapter 9 Skeletal System -- Chapter 10 Articulations -- Chapter 11 Anatomy of the Muscular System -- Chapter 12 Physiology of the Muscular System -- Unit 3 Communication, Control, and Integration -- Chapter 13 Nervous System Cells -- Chapter 14 Central Nervous System -- Chapter 15 Peripheral Nervous System -- Chapter 16 Autonomic Nervous System -- Chapter 17 Sense Organs -- Chapter 18 Endocrine System -- Chapter 19 Endocrine Glands -- Unit 4 Transportation and Defense -- Chapter 20 Blood -- Chapter 21 Anatomy of the Cardiovascular System -- Chapter 22 Physiology of the Cardiovascular System -- Chapter 23 Lymphatic System -- Chapter 24 Immune System -- Chapter 25 Stress -- Unit 5 Respiration, Nutrition, and Excretion -- Chapter 26 Anatomy of the Respiratory System -- Chapter 27 Physiology of the Respiratory System -- Chapter 28 Anatomy of the Digestive System -- Chapter 29 Physiology of the Digestive System -- Chapter 30 Nutrition and Metabolism -- Chapter 31 Urinary System -- Chapter 32 Fluid and Electrolyte Balance -- Chapter 33 Acid-Base Balance -- Unit 6 Reproduction and Development -- Chapter 34 Male Reproductive System -- Chapter 35 Female Reproductive System -- Chapter 36 Growth and Development -- Chapter 37 Genetics and Heredity