Ross & Wilson Anatomy and Physiology in Health and Illness - Elsevier eBook on VitalSource, 14th Edition

by Anne Waugh, MSc CertEd SRN RNT FHEA and Allison Grant, BSc PhD RGN

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ISBN: 9780323834643

Publication Date: 07-12-2022

Page Count: 598

Imprint: Elsevier

List Price: $40.99

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Now in its fourteenth edition, this best-selling textbook has been honed over many years to provide a clear, straightforward introduction to the human body for students of nursing, allied health or biomedical and paramedical science.

The book covers the core essentials of anatomy and physiology, including basic pathology and pathophysiology of important diseases and disorders. This new edition presents additional illustrations to enhance understanding of key concepts, including pathophysiology and diagnostics. Included for the first time is an introduction to surface anatomy, while other updating reflects current scientific knowledge and developments, including coronavirus. Enhanced learning features and an extensive online resource help you grasp all the important areas.

Like millions of readers before you, you will treasure Ross & Wilson as a go-to resource that you will refer to time and again to support this critical aspect of your healthcare education.

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Contents

Section 1 The body and its constituents
1. Anatomy and organisation of the body
2. Physiological chemistry and processes
3. Cells and tissues

Section 2 Communication
4. The blood
5. The cardiovascular system
6. The lymphatic system
7. The nervous system
8. The special senses
9. The endocrine system

Section 3 Intake of raw materials and elimination of waste
10. The respiratory system
11. Introduction to nutrition
12. The digestive system
13. The urinary system

Section 4 Protection of the body and continuation of the species
14. The skin
15. Defence and immunity
16. The musculoskeletal system
17. Genetics and inheritance
18. The reproductive systems
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Anne Waugh, MSc CertEd SRN RNT FHEA, School of Acute and Continuing care Nursing, Napier University, Edinburgh, UK and Allison Grant, BSc PhD RGN, Department of Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Glasgow Caledonian University, Glasgow, UK
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