Structure & Function of the Body - Soft Cover Version (Paperback)

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

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Book Description
Over 330 illustrations visually clarify difficult concepts

Product Description
Univ. of Wisconsin, River Falls. Brandon/Hill Allied Health List selection (#25). Introductory textbook provides the core principles of anatomy and physiology. Features the structure and function of the human body and what the body does to maintain homeostasis. Features more than 330 color illustrations. Previous edition: c2000. Softcover, hardcover available.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 624 pages
• Publisher: Mosby; 12 edition (October 24, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0323022421
• ISBN-13: 978-0323022422
• Product Dimensions: 10 x 7.9 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #191,252 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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17 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

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

By	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

By	Kevin (Brockton, MA) - See all my reviews

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!

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

By	K. Stelzer - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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)