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Ross & Wilson Anatomy and Physiology in Health and Illness E-Book
(2010)
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Abstract
This title is unique among textbooks in its appeal to a wide range of healthcare professionals including nurses, nursing students, students in the allied health professions and complementary / alternative medicine, paramedics and ambulance technicians. Each chapter provides an explanation of the normal structure and functions of the human body and the effects of disease or illness on normal physiology. The text is written in straightforward language and is complemented by over 400 extensive clear, colour illustrations.
carefully refined, clear and unambiguous text which omits the unnecessary detail that can confuse the student new to the subject
highly illustrated with clear line diagrams, mostly in colour
regular sequences of headings, lists and bullet points help with learning and revision
learning outcomes related to the sections within each chapter
a glossary of common prefixes, suffixes and roots commonly used in anatomy and physiology
an Appendix containing useful biological values for easy reference
an accompanying Colouring and workbook that facilitates structured learning and revision of the material in this book.
access to electronic ancillaries offering a fully searchable, customisable electronic version of the text, high quality animations, web links to supplementary websites, MCQs and an audio pronunciation guide
text fully revised and updated with developments in the field
colour photographs
glossary
new and revised illustrations
significantly enhanced electronic ancillaries featuring a fully searchable, customisable electronic version of the text, new animations, an electronic colouring in /labelling feature, case studies, over 300 self-assessment exercises such as MCQs, crosswords, drag and drop, ‘hangman’ etc with answers
extra electronic resources for lecturers including the full image bank
Table of Contents
Section Title | Page | Action | Price |
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Front Cover | Cover | ||
Ross and Wilson Anatomy and Physiology in Health and Illness | iii | ||
Copyright Page | iv | ||
Contents | v | ||
Preface | vii | ||
Acknowledgements | ix | ||
Common prefixes, suffixes and roots | xi | ||
Section 1: The body and its constituents | 1 | ||
Chapter 1: Introduction to the human body | 3 | ||
Levels of structural complexity | 4 | ||
The internal environment and homeostasis | 4 | ||
Survival needs of the body | 7 | ||
Introduction to the study of illness | 14 | ||
Chapter 2: Introduction to the chemistry of life | 17 | ||
Atoms, molecules and compounds | 18 | ||
Important biological molecules | 22 | ||
Movement of substances within body fluids | 25 | ||
Body fluids | 26 | ||
Chapter 3: The cells, tissues and organisation of the body | 27 | ||
The cell: structure and functions | 28 | ||
Tissues | 33 | ||
Organisation of the body | 41 | ||
Disorders of cells and tissues | 49 | ||
Section 2: Communication | 53 | ||
Chapter 4: The blood | 55 | ||
Plasma | 56 | ||
Cellular content of blood | 57 | ||
Erythrocyte disorders | 66 | ||
Leukocyte disorders | 69 | ||
Haemorrhagic diseases | 71 | ||
Chapter 5: The cardiovascular system | 73 | ||
Blood vessels | 74 | ||
Heart | 78 | ||
Blood pressure | 87 | ||
Pulse | 90 | ||
Circulation of the blood | 91 | ||
Summary of the main blood vessels (Fig. 5.51) | 106 | ||
Fetal circulation | 108 | ||
Shock | 111 | ||
Thrombosis and embolism | 112 | ||
Blood vessel pathology | 113 | ||
Oedema | 117 | ||
Diseases of the heart | 119 | ||
Disorders of blood pressure | 124 | ||
Chapter 6: The lymphatic system | 127 | ||
Lymph and lymph vessels | 129 | ||
Lymphatic organs and tissues | 130 | ||
Lymph vessel pathology | 134 | ||
Diseases of lymph nodes | 134 | ||
Disorders of the spleen | 135 | ||
Diseases of the thymus gland | 136 | ||
Chapter 7: The nervous system | 137 | ||
Cells and tissues of the nervous system | 139 | ||
Central nervous system | 145 | ||
Peripheral nervous system | 158 | ||
Disorders of the brain | 172 | ||
Infections of the central nervous system | 177 | ||
Demyelinating diseases | 178 | ||
Diseases of the spinal cord | 179 | ||
Diseases of peripheral nerves | 181 | ||
Developmental abnormalities of the nervous system | 182 | ||
Tumours of the nervous system | 182 | ||
Chapter 8: The special senses | 185 | ||
Hearing and the ear | 186 | ||
Balance and the ear | 189 | ||
Sight and the eye | 190 | ||
Sense of smell | 199 | ||
Sense of taste | 200 | ||
Disorders of the ear | 202 | ||
Disorders of the eye | 203 | ||
Refractive errors of the eye | 205 | ||
Chapter 9: The endocrine system | 207 | ||
Pituitary gland and hypothalamus | 208 | ||
Thyroid gland (Fig. 9.6) | 213 | ||
Parathyroid glands | 214 | ||
Adrenal glands | 215 | ||
Pancreatic islets | 217 | ||
Pineal gland | 219 | ||
Thymus gland | 219 | ||
Local hormones | 219 | ||
Disorders of the pituitary gland | 221 | ||
Disorders of the thyroid gland | 222 | ||
Disorders of the parathyroid glands | 224 | ||
Disorders of the adrenal cortex | 224 | ||
Disorders of the adrenal medulla | 226 | ||
Disorders of the pancreatic islets | 227 | ||
Section 3: Intake of raw materials and elimination of waste | 231 | ||
Chapter 10: The respiratory system | 233 | ||
Nose and nasal cavity | 234 | ||
Pharynx | 236 | ||
Larynx | 237 | ||
Trachea | 240 | ||
Lungs | 242 | ||
Respiration | 246 | ||
Disorders of the upper respiratory tract | 254 | ||
Obstructive lung disorders | 255 | ||
Restrictive disorders | 258 | ||
Lung infections | 260 | ||
Lung tumours | 262 | ||
Lung collapse (Fig. 10.31) | 262 | ||
Chapter 11: Introduction to nutrition | 265 | ||
The balanced diet | 266 | ||
Carbohydrates | 268 | ||
Proteins (nitrogenous foods) | 268 | ||
Fats | 269 | ||
Vitamins | 270 | ||
Minerals, trace elements and water | 272 | ||
Non-starch polysaccharide (NSP) | 273 | ||
Disorders of nutrition | 274 | ||
Conditions with dietary implications | 275 | ||
Further reading | 275 | ||
Chapter 12: The digestive system | 277 | ||
Organs of the digestive system (Fig. 12.1) | 279 | ||
Basic structure of the alimentary canal (Fig. 12.2) | 279 | ||
Mouth (Fig. 12.7) | 283 | ||
Salivary glands (Fig. 12.13) | 285 | ||
Pharynx | 287 | ||
Oesophagus (Fig. 12.14) | 287 | ||
Stomach | 289 | ||
Small intestine (Figs 12.23 and 12.24) | 293 | ||
Large intestine, rectum and anal canal | 297 | ||
Pancreas (Fig. 12.32) | 299 | ||
Liver | 300 | ||
Biliary tract | 303 | ||
Summary of digestion and absorption of nutrients | 304 | ||
Metabolism | 305 | ||
Diseases of the mouth | 311 | ||
Diseases of the pharynx | 312 | ||
Diseases of salivary glands | 312 | ||
Diseases of the oesophagus | 313 | ||
Diseases of the stomach | 314 | ||
Diseases of the intestines | 316 | ||
Diseases of the pancreas | 323 | ||
Diseases of the liver | 324 | ||
Diseases of the gall bladder and bile ducts | 326 | ||
Chapter 13: The urinary system | 329 | ||
Kidneys | 330 | ||
Ureters | 338 | ||
Urinary bladder | 339 | ||
Urethra | 340 | ||
Micturition | 341 | ||
Diseases of the kidneys | 343 | ||
Diseases of the renal pelvis, ureters, bladder and urethra | 348 | ||
Section 4: Protection and survival | 351 | ||
Chapter 14: The skin | 353 | ||
The skin | 354 | ||
Disorders of the skin | 362 | ||
Chapter 15: Resistance and immunity | 365 | ||
Non-specific defence mechanisms | 366 | ||
Immunity | 369 | ||
Abnormal immune function | 374 | ||
Chapter 16: The musculoskeletal system | 379 | ||
Bone | 380 | ||
Axial skeleton | 385 | ||
Appendicular skeleton | 396 | ||
Joints | 401 | ||
Muscle tissue | 409 | ||
Principal skeletal muscles | 413 | ||
Diseases of bone | 421 | ||
Disorders of joints | 422 | ||
Diseases of muscle | 424 | ||
Chapter 17: Introduction to genetics | 427 | ||
Chromosomes, genes and DNA | 428 | ||
Protein synthesis | 430 | ||
Cell division | 431 | ||
The genetic basis of inheritance | 433 | ||
Genetic basis of disease | 435 | ||
Chapter 18: The reproductive systems | 437 | ||
Female reproductive system | 438 | ||
Male reproductive system | 447 | ||
Sexually transmitted infections | 452 | ||
Diseases of the female reproductive system | 453 | ||
Diseases of the male reproductive system | 455 | ||
Glossary | 459 | ||
Normal values | 465 | ||
Bibliography | 467 | ||
Index | 469 |