Survival Guide for Anatomy and Physiology

DESCRIPTION

Make learning anatomy and physiology easier with this practical handbook. Written in an engaging and informal style, this resource provides supportive hints that can be used throughout the course. Starting with some basic study survival skills, the book proceeds to help you identify and understand common structures and functions of the body using tools such as anatomical maps, functional diagrams, summary tables, analogies, and other learning aids.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PART 1: SURVIVAL GUIDE Introduction to the Survival Skills Survival Skill 1: Have a Winning Attitude Survival Skill 2: Know Your Learning Style Special Topic: Learners with Special Needs Survival Skill 3: Plan a Learning Strategy Special Topic: Returning Learners Survival Skill 4: Arrange a Suitable Study Area Survival Skill 5: Plan a Reading Strategy Survival Skill 6: Analyze Your Note-Taking Skills Survival Skill 7: Study Actively Survival Skill 8: Use All Your Resources Special Topic: Using your Computer to Study A & P Survival Skill 9: Prepare For Tests Survival Skill 10: Use a Test-Taking Strategy During the Examination Bonus Section - Special Topic: The Laboratory Course PART 2: A&P QUICK REFERENCE Introduction to the A&P Quick Reference Bonus Section - Special Topic: Using Models and Analogies 1. The Body as a Whole Topics: Biochemistry, cell biology, tissues, body plan, homeostasis Special Topic: The Anatomical Compass 2. Support and Movement Topics: Skin, skeletal system, joints, muscles 3. Communication, Control, and Integration Topics: Nervous system, endocrine system 4. Transportation and Defense Topics: Cardiovascular system, lymphatic system, immunity 5. Respiration, Nutrition, and Excretion Topics: Respiratory system, digestive system, nutrition, urinary system, acid/base balance, fluid/electrolyte balance 6. Reproduction and Development Topics: Male reproductive system, female reproductive system, development, genetics

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• BRAND :
• ISBN : 9780323043304
• AVAILABILITY : P.Date Nov 05
• PUBLISHER : Elsevier Health Sciences
• IMPRINT : Mosby
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• PUBLICATION DATE : November 2005
• DIMENSIONS : 210mm X 127mm X 13mm
• PRODUCED IN : United States
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• RRP : 47.99
• PRODUCT TYPE : books
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• AUTHOR : Kevin T. Patton
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• BIND : Paperback
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• DEWEY CLASSIFICATION : 612
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• PAGES : 320
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• ILLUSTRATIONS : Illustrated