Principles of Human Physiology: Pearson New International Edition

Cindy L Stanfield (Autor)

Buch | Softcover

812 Seiten

2013 | 5th edition
Pearson Education Limited (Verlag)
978-1-292-02642-8 (ISBN)

Infos

Cindy Stanfield's hallmark clear and precise writing style in Principles of Human Physiology is complemented by an outstanding art program that is designed to maximize student learning and retention. The text integrates clinical connections and stimulating critical thinking questions in a clear and engaging visual presentation that makes it easy for students to learn, understand, and apply key physiological processes. The new Fifth Edition includes Health Facts and Functional Facts margin icons and a revitalized art program that focuses students' attention on the most important concepts. Focus on Diabetes boxes illustrate systems integration and highlight the important role of physiology in understanding this disease.

Inhalt

1. Introduction to Physiology

2. The Cell: Structure and Function

3. Cell Metabolism

4. Cell Membrane Transport

5. Chemical Messengers

6. The Endocrine System: Endocrine Glands and Hormone Actions

7. Nerve Cells and Electrical Signaling

8. Synaptic Transmission and Neural Integration

9. The Nervous System: Central Nervous System

10. The Nervous System: Sensory Systems

11. The Nervous System: Autonomic and Motor Systems

12. Muscle Physiology

13. The Cardiovascular System: Cardiac Function

14. The Cardiovascular System: Blood Vessels, Blood Flow, and Blood Pressure

15. The Cardiovascular System: Blood

16. The Respiratory System: Pulmonary Ventilation

17. The Respiratory System: Gas Exchange and the Regulation of Breathing

18. The Urinary System: Renal Function

19. The Urinary System: Fluid and Electrolyte Balance

20. The Gastrointestinal System

21. The Endocrine System: Regulation of Energy Metabolism and Growth

22. The Reproductive System

23. The Immune System

24. Diabetes Mellitus

Produkt-Details

• Verlagsort: Harlow
• Sprache: englisch
• Maße: 218 x 277 mm
• Gewicht: 1720 g
• Themenwelt: Studium ► 1. Studienabschnitt (Vorklinik) ► Anatomie / Neuroanatomie
• Themenwelt: Studium ► 1. Studienabschnitt (Vorklinik) ► Physiologie
• ISBN-10: 1-292-02642-1 / 1292026421
• ISBN-13: 978-1-292-02642-8 / 9781292026428
• Zustand: Neuware