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The Human Body: An Introduction for the Biomedical and Health Sciences

The Human Body: An Introduction for the Biomedical and Health Sciences


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The human body is an intricate assembly of organs and systems, whose development and ongoing well-being is tightly-regulated. An understanding of these biological systems and processes is central to the biomedical and healthcare sciences - in understanding how the body works in health and disease. The Human Body spans human physiology and anatomy, histology, cell biology, pharmacology, and genetics and immunology, to give a complete overview that forms the perfect foundation to any biomedical or healthcare science course. The book leads the reader gently into the main subject areas without overwhelming them with excessive detail. Its clear, straightforward presentation makes it easy for the reader to grasp the working knowledge they need. * Custom-drawn artwork helps the reader to visualise the concepts being introduced * Key points throughout reinforce the essential facts and themes being presented * End-of-chapter questions enable the reader to check their understanding as they progress through their course Online Resource Centre The Online Resource Centre to accompany The Human Body features: For lecturers: *Figures from the book in electronic format, ready to download. *A test bank of multiple choice questions, with feedback keyed to the book

Table of Contents:
SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION; 1. An introduction to the human body; 2. Key concepts in chemistry; 3. The chemical constitution of the body; SECTION 2: THE ORGANIZATION AND BASIC FUNCTIONS OF CELLS; 4. Introducing cells; 5. The functions of the plasma membrane; 6. Cells and tissues; 7. The principles of cell signalling; SECTION 3 EXCITABLE CELLS; 8. Nerve cells and their connections; 9. Muscle; SECTION 4 THE ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY OF BODY SYSTEMS; 10. Musculo-skeletal system; 11. The organization of the nervous system; 12. The physiology of motor systems; 13. The autonomic nervous system; 14. Sensory systems; 15. Some aspects of higher nervous function; 16. The endocrine system; 17. The heart; 18. The electrocardiogram; 19. The circulation; 20. The properties of blood; 21. Defence against infection: inflammation and immunity; 22. Respiration; 23. The kidney and the urinary tract; 24. The digestive system; 25. The liver and gall bladder; 26. The pancreas; 27. Skin structure and function; SECTION 5 REPRODUCTION AND INHERITANCE; 28. The physiology of reproduction; 29. Fertilization and pregnancy; 30. The genetic basis of inheritance; SECTION 6 INTEGRATIVE ASPECTS OF PHYSIOLOGY AND PHARMACOLOGY; 31. The nutritional needs of the body; 32. Energy balance and exercise; 33. The regulation of body temperature; 34. Body fluid and acid-base balance; 35. The uptake, distribution and elimination of drugs

About the Author :
Gillian Pocock is a lecturer in Clinical Science at Canterbury Christ Church University where she is responsible for teaching many of the science-based modules in the Faculty of Health and Social Care. Chris Richards is Emeritus Professor of Experimental Physiology in the Department of Physiology at University College London. Books by the same authors: Human Physiology: The basis of medicine a Gillian Pocock and Christopher D. Richards

Review :
This volume is an excellent choice for any introductory course in the human health professions. Its tight organization and superb style should give it legs for future editions, much to the benefit of both students and professors. The Quaterly Review of Biology


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9780199289073
  • Publisher: Oxford University Press
  • Publisher Imprint: Oxford University Press
  • Height: 246 mm
  • Returnable: N
  • Sub Title: An Introduction for the Biomedical and Health Sciences
  • Width: 199 mm
  • ISBN-10: 0199289077
  • Publisher Date: 23 Apr 2009
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Spine Width: 35 mm
  • Weight: 1628 gr


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