Anatomy & Physiology (ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY (THIBODEAU)) (Hardcover)

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

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A thorough introductory text on human form and function, this text presents a large, complex body of scientific knowledge in an easily understood, conversational writing style. Focusing on concepts rather than descriptions, the text uses a "big picture" theme of body function and also explains the body’s homeostatic regulation. For the first time, the textbook includes a downloadable e-book, which is a fully searchable, electronic version of the text plus learning resources from Anatomy & Physiology Online — with animations by body system, images, an electronic coloring book, interactive exercises, and more. * A clear, straightforward approach and inviting reading style make it easier to comprehend the difficult subject of anatomy & physiology. * World-class art program includes more than 1,400 full-color photos and illustrations to enhance and simplify explanations of difficult concepts. * Big Picture and Cycle of Life sections unify themes and help students comprehend the interrelation of body systems and how the structure and function of these change in relation to age and development. * Dozens of unique full-color micrographs of cellular structure enhance student learning. * A variety of specialty boxes and tables explain the practical applications of the principles of A&P, such as the Health Matters box on "anesthetics" which explains how anesthetics produce their effects. * Current topics (e.g., anthrax, smallpox, human genome project) are addressed in feature boxes.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 1272 pages
• Publisher: Mosby; 6 edition (March 31, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0323037186
• ISBN-13: 978-0323037181
• Product Dimensions: 11.2 x 9.7 x 2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.7 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #292,700 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Anatomy book that helped me in my anatomy class, April 29, 2005

By	SUZY - See all my reviews

This review is from: Anatomy & Physiology (Hardcover)

I found the pictures in this book and the writing to be very helpful in understanding A and P. I'm a nursing student and at first found A and P rather to be overwhelming. However, this book explains things in a way that allievated a lot of my past anxiety about the subject. Another recommendation: Anatomy and Physiology Study Guide: Key Review Questions and Answers Volume 1 and 2. These study guides really helped me to ace my exams. I now love A and P.

4.0 out of 5 stars STUDENT FRIENDLY, February 24, 2009

By	J. Snyder (motorcity) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Anatomy and Physiology (Hardcover)

The AP book is an International version and everything is the same as the orginal version. It is student friendly colorful and well writen in laymans terms.

3.0 out of 5 stars Anatomy is anatomy but this book is outdated, September 15, 2007

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This review is from: Anatomy & Physiology (Hardcover)

This book is outdated and unless you need this specific book for class go with something more up to date. Illustrations were pretty good though.