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ISBN: 9780323075596
Copyright: 2008
Page Count: 568
Imprint: Mosby
List Price: $63.95
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Clinical Anatomy and Physiology for Veterinary Technicians - Elsevier eBook on VitalSource, 2nd Edition

by Thomas P. Colville, DVM, MSc and Joanna M. Bassert, VMD

Elsevier eBook on VitalSource

ISBN: 9780323075596
Copyright: 2008
Page Count: 568
Imprint: Mosby
List Price: $63.95
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Examine the diverse ways animal bodies function at both the systemic and cellular levels with this vital resource. It brings you clear coverage essential to understanding the clinical relevance of anatomical and physiological principles. Fully updated and written by respected veterinary technician educators, this popular textbook is the practical, comprehensive foundation for your success in veterinary technology.

  • Key Features

    • Clinical application boxes help you sharpen your skills and apply principles to practice.
    • Test Yourself boxes throughout chapters emphasize important study points.
    • An extensive glossary provides quick reference to hundreds of important terms and definitions.

  • New to This Edition

    • Over 300 new illustrations help you identify structures with rich, realistic clarity.
    • A NEW full color format visually enhances your understanding of anatomic and physiologic concepts.
    • Four NEW chapters give you the latest insight on the chemical basis of life, nutrition and metabolism, pregnancy, development, and lactation, and reptile and amphibian anatomy and physiology.
    • A revised chapter on the cardiovascular system helps you most effectively comprehend the complex functions of the heart and blood vessels.

  • Contents

    1. Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology

    2. Chemical Basis for Life

    3. The Amazing Cell

    4. Tissues: Living Communities

    5. The Integumentary System

    6. Skeletal System

    7. Muscular System

    8. Cardiovascular System

    9. Blood, Lymph and Immunity

    10. Respiratory System

    11. Digestive System

    12. Nutrition and Metabolism

    13. Nervous System

    14. Sense Organs

    15. Endocrine System

    16. Urinary System

    17. Reproductive System

    18. Pregnancy, Development and Lactation

    19. Avian Anatomy and Physiology

    20. Reptilian and Amphibian Anatomy and Physiology

  • Authors

    Thomas P. Colville, DVM, MSc, Director, Veterinary Technology Program, Department of Veterinary and Microbiological Sciences, North Dakota State University, Fargo, ND and Joanna M. Bassert, VMD, Professor and Director, Program of Veterinary Technology, Manor College, Jenkintown, PA

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