Main description:

Designed for the one-semester anatomy and physiology course, Hole's Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology assumes no prior science knowledge and supports core topics with clinical applications, making difficult concepts relevant to students pursuing careers in the allied health field. The Learn, Practice, and Assess system is used throughout the text and digital content for immediate application. "Learning" outcomes begin the chapter and set the stage for what students will learn, "Practice" questions conclude each major section and help students recall the information they've consumed, and "Assess" end-of-chapter resources allow students to confirm their accurate recall of what they learned and practiced. The learn, practice, and assess system is highly effective in providing students with a solid understanding of the important concepts in anatomy and physiology.

Contents:

UNIT 1- LEVELS OF ORGANIZATION
1. Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology
2. Chemical Basis of Life
3. Cells
4. Cellular Metabolism
5. Tissues
UNIT 2- SUPPORT AND MOVEMENT
6. Integumentary System
7. Skeletal System
8. Muscular System
UNIT 3- INTEGRATION AND COORDINATION
9. Nervous System
10. The Senses
11. Endocrine System
UNIT 4- TRANSPORT
12. Blood
13. Cardiovascular System
14. Lymphatic System and Immunity
UNIT 5- ABSORPTION AND EXCRETION
15. Digestive System and Nutrition
16. Respiratory System
17. Urinary System
18. Water, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Balance
UNIT 6- THE HUMAN LIFE CYCLE
19. Reproductive Systems
20. Pregnancy, Growth, Development, and Genetics