Main description:

Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach broke ground with its thorough coverage of molecular physiology seamlessly integrated into a traditional homeostasis-based systems approach. The newly revised Sixth Edition introduces a major reorganization of the early chapters to provide the best foundation for the course and new art features that streamline review and essential topics so that you can access them more easily on an as-needed basis. Recognized as an extraordinary educator and active learning enthusiast, Dr. Silverthorn incorporates time-tested classroom techniques throughout the text and presents thorough, up-to-date coverage of new scientific discoveries, biotechnology techniques, and treatments of disorders.

Contents:

I. BASIC CELL PROCESSES: INTEGRATION AND COORDINATION 1. Introduction to Physiology 2. Molecular Interactions 3. Compartmentation: Cells and Tissues 4. Energy and Cellular Metabolism 5. Membrane Dynamics 6. Communication, Integration, and Homeostasis II. HOMEOSTASIS AND CONTROL 7. Introduction to the Endocrine System 8. Neurons: Cellular and Network Properties 9. The Central Nervous System 10. Sensory Physiology 11. Efferent Division: Autonomic and Somatic Motor Control 12. Muscles 13. Integrative Physiology I: Control of Body Movement III. INTEGRATION OF FUNCTION 14. Cardiovascular Physiology 15. Blood Flow and the Control of Blood Pressure 16. Blood 17. Mechanics of Breathing 18. Gas Exchange and Transport 19. The Kidneys 20. Integrative Physiology II: Fluid and Electrolyte Balance IV. METABOLISM, GROWTH, AND AGING 21. Digestion 22. Metabolism and Energy Balance 23. Endocrine Control of Growth and Metabolism 24. The Immune System 25. Integrative Physiology III: Exercise 26. Reproduction and Development