Structure and Function of the Body [Hardcover]

Gary A. Thibodeau (Author), Kevin T. Patton (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 2003 | ISBN-10: 0323010822 | ISBN-13: 978-0323010825 | Edition: 11th

"Structure and Function of the Body, 11th edition", is a simplistic yet comprehensive introductory anatomy and physiology textbook. The 20 chapters of the book present all the anatomy and physiology core information organized around two central and unifying themes: the complementarity of normal structure and function of the human body and homeostasis. These two core themes permeate all content areas of the text. The 11th edition of the text continues to build on the solid foundation of previous editions. The updated 4-color illustration program and centralized themes, as well as simplistic language, and solid pedagogical features provide a clear structure for student learning. This edition also contains new features that help bring anatomy and physiology concepts to life including: Health and Wellness Boxes; Collaborative Learning Activities; a Student Survival Guide free with every book; and the MERLIN WebLinks and related web page.

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About the Author

Gary A. Thibodeau, PhD, Chancellor Emeritus and Professor Emeritus of Biology, University of Wisconsin - River Falls, River Falls, WI; and Kevin T. Patton, PhD, Professor of Life Science, St. Charles Community College, St. Peters, MO, Adjunct Assistant Professor of Physiology, Saint Louis University Medical School, St. Louis, MO --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 528 pages
• Publisher: Mosby Elsevier Health Science; 11th edition (October 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0323010822
• ISBN-13: 978-0323010825
• Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 8.3 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,183,492 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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19 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An informative and simple exploration of the human body, April 14, 2000

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PR SMITH (Melbourne, Australia) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Structure & Function of the Body (Paperback)

Thibodeau explore the systems of the human body in a logical manner. He starts off with an overview of anatomical terms and then discusses the structure of human cells. Chapters are presented on the skin and membranes of the body and followed by the skeletal, muscular, nervous and endocrine systems and the blood, circulatory systems and Lymphatic systems. Thibodeau then discusses the Respiratory, Digestive and Urinary systems. Chapters are included on Nutrition and Metabolism, Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance, Reporoductive Systems and Growth and Development.

Each of the chapters includes an outline, objectives, discussion of the topic, a summary, glossary of new words and a chapter test. Graphics and diagrams in the book are clear and assist understanding of the topic.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The basics, clearly defined, December 24, 2007

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Kevin (Brockton, MA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Structure & Function of the Body - Soft Cover Version, 12e (Paperback)

I was issued this book as one of many during my paramedic program. It was intended for the anatomy and physiology module of the course, and I could not see a better way to get a quicker grasp and overview of the human body and its systems. This book does a great job of putting every simple and to the point. I have used other books for A&P courses that I've taken in college, which were much thicker and contained more information, but they were much more expensive and more in depth. I enthusiastically recommend this book for anyone needing a fast thorough introduction to the human body. Great Book!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Very Nice Illustrations, October 25, 2007

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K. Stelzer - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Structure & Function of the Body - Soft Cover Version, 12e (Paperback)

The Illustrations were the best part of this text book. Since it was a required text for a coaching license the illustrations made understanding the material much easier.Structure & Function of the Body - Soft Cover Version (STRUCTURE & FUNCTION OF THE BODY)