7th Edition
by Barbara Herlihy PhD (Physiology) RN (Author)
Colorful cartoons, engaging learning
aids, and an easy-to-read approach make it enjoyable to learn A&P!
The Human Body in Health and Illness, 7th Edition introduces you to the
anatomy and physiology concepts you’ll really use in healthcare
practice. Organized by body systems, this text simplifies the
often-intimidating subject of A&P with clear, step-by-step
explanations, hundreds of full-color drawings, fascinating anecdotes,
relevant clinical examples, and vivid online animations. It illustrates
how each organ system is designed to function ― and what happens when a
system fails. Written by well-known educator Barbara Herlihy, this text
is an ideal solution for students whose background in the sciences is
limited.
· Colorful cartoons use humor to clarify
and reinforce the content, making it more memorable, accessible, and
easy to understand.
· Engaging learning and review features
include Re-Think questions, Ramp It Up! and As You Age boxes, Sum It Up!
boxes synthesizing key concepts, and Do You Know boxes with clinical
scenarios and historical vignettes.
· Fascinating analogies, examples, and
anecdotes make learning easier and bring science to life, even for
students who have little or no background in biology, chemistry, or
physics.
· Full-color illustrations simplify
difficult concepts and complex processes, accurately depicting anatomy,
physiology, and disease.
· Focus on medical terminology includes
Medical Terminology and Disorders tables with pronunciations,
derivations, and word parts, along with references to commonly used
medical terminology.
· Evolve website enhances student understanding with animations, interactive learning activities, and review tools.
· Study guide offers fun and practical
exercises as well as multiple-choice practice tests to help students
review, understand, and remember basic A&P. Sold separately.
· Key terms and objectives are listed at
the beginning of every chapter to set learning goals and expectations,
with key terms including a page reference, pronunciation guide, and
definition in a comprehensive glossary.
· NEW! Updated content throughout
reflects the latest research on physiology, pathophysiology, and
pharmacology, especially with regard to the immune system.
· NEW Work It boxes are highlighted with
a special icon, and emphasize the importance of exercise and physical
activity on body systems.
· NEW What If? questions (e.g., "What
would happen if you were deficient in iron?") help students apply their
knowledge to the practice setting, as part of a proven active learning
strategy.
