With Anatomy and Physiology Online, your students will get more from Patton’s Structure & Function of the Body textbook! This dynamic online course uses narrated animations, interactive exercises, and timely feedback to help students master the most important concepts presented in the 17th edition of the textbook. Modules correspond to key chapters in the book, and each includes a set of lessons designed to reinforce your understanding of the human body and how it functions. Exploring topics such as cells, tissues, fluids and electrolytes, and body systems, this online course brings A&P to life!
NEW!Updated content matches the updates in Patton’s Structure & Function of the Body, 17th Edition textbook.
NEW!New animations are also added to the course.
Learning objectives focus students’ attention on the most important points for each lesson.
Lesson quizzes and module exams assess students’ understanding of the content and provide immediate feedback.
Reading assignments from the text are closely aligned with the content and activities in each online lesson.
More than 300 full-color illustrations, photographs, and micrographs show anatomic structures, physiologic concepts, and disease processes, making learning more visual and engaging.
Over 150 state-of-the-art, full-color animations with narration clarify anatomic and physiologic processes and show underlying structures and functions, such as pulmonary circulation, events of the cardiac cycle, and sensory and motor pathways of the central nervous system.
More than 300 interactive exercises reinforce key concepts and provide immediate feedback with activities such as identification, image association, flash cards, and sequencing.
Glossary of terms includes definitions and audio pronunciations to facilitate mastery of key terms and concepts.
1. Introduction to the Body 2. Chemistry of Life 3. Cells 4. Tissues 5. Organ Systems 6. Skin and Membranes 7. Skeletal System 8. Muscular System 9. Nervous System 10. Senses 11. Endocrine System 12. Blood 13. Cardiovascular System 14. Lymphatic System and Immunity 15. Respiratory System 16. Digestive System 17. Nutrition and Metabolism 18. Urinary System 19. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance 20. Acid-Base Balance 21. Reproductive Systems 22. Growth, Development, and Aging
Kevin T. Patton, PhD, Professor Emeritus, Life Sciences, St. Charles Community College Cottleville, MO Professor of Human Anatomy and Physiology Instruction (HAPI adjunct) Northeast College of Health Sciences Seneca Falls, NY, USA, Frank B. Bell, DC, MSHAPI, Adjunct Assistant Professor MS in Human Anatomy & Physiology Instruction (MSHAPI) Program Northeast College of Health Sciences Seneca Falls, NY, USA, Terry Thompson, MS, MSHAPI, Professor Emeritus of Biological Sciences Wor-Wic Community College President Emeritus - HAPS Salisbury, MD, USA, Peggie L. Williamson, PT, DPT, MS, MSHAPI, University of Mary Hardin DPT Program Baylor in Belton, TX Bellah Therapies, LLC Harker Heights, TX, USA and Daniel Matusiak, EdD, Science Instructor (A&P) St. Dominic High School O’Fallon, MO
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