Ross and Wilson Anatomy and Physiology in Health and Illness
By- Anne Waugh, BSc(Hons), MSc, CertEd, SRN, RNT, FHEA, Senior Lecturer and Senior Teaching Fellow, School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Care, Edinburgh Napier University, Edinburgh, UK Maître de conférences, School of Acute and Continuing care Nursing, Napier University, Edinburgh
- Allison Grant, BSc, PhD, RGN, Lecturer, School of Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Glasgow Caledonian University, Glasgow, UK Maître assistant; School of Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Glasgow Caledonian University, Glasgow
- Anne Waugh, BSc(Hons), MSc, CertEd, SRN, RNT, FHEA, Senior Lecturer and Senior Teaching Fellow, School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Care, Edinburgh Napier University, Edinburgh, UK Maître de conférences, School of Acute and Continuing care Nursing, Napier University, Edinburgh
- Allison Grant, BSc, PhD, RGN, Lecturer, School of Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Glasgow Caledonian University, Glasgow, UK Maître assistant; School of Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Glasgow Caledonian University, Glasgow
The purpose of the book is reflected in its title, Anatomy and Physiology in Health and Illness. The text is written in straightforward language and is complemented by extensive clear, full-colour illustrations. Each chapter provides an explanation of the normal structure and functions of the human body and what occurs when disease or illness disrupts the normal processes.
Paperback, 576 Pages
Published: August 2007
Imprint: Churchill Livingstone
ISBN: 978-0-443-10404-6
Contents
Common prefixes, suffixes and roots
SECTION 1 The body and its constituents
The body as a whole. Electrolytes and body fluids. The cells, tissues and organisation of the body
SECTION 2 Communication
The blood. The cardiovascular system. The lymphatic system. The nervous system. The special senses. The endocrine system
SECTION 3 Intake of raw materials and the elimination of waste
The respiratory system. Introduction to nutrition. The digestive system. The urinary system
SECTION 4 Protection and survival
The skin. Resistance and immunity. The musculoskeletal system. Introduction to genetics. The reproductive systems.
Normal values. Bibliography
