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 Fourth Edition strengthens the coverage of the "big picture" themes in the study of physiology and helps students tie concepts together in a logical framework for learning. Recognized as an extraordinary educator and meticulous author, Dr. Silverthorn also 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. Dr. Silverthorn also wrote the accompanying Student Workbook and co-authored the accompanying Instructor's Resource Manual, ensuring that these ancillaries reinforce the pedagogical approach of the text. The revised edition is automatically packaged with thenewInterActive Physiology(R) 9-System Suite CD-ROM, featuring a new module on the Digestive System.

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, 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. Energy Balance and Metabolism 23. Endocrine Control of Growth and Metabolism 24. The Immune System 25. Integrative Physiology III: Exercise 26. Reproduction and Development