Study Guide for The Human Body in Health and Illness

by Barbara Herlihy PhD(Physiology), RN

Overview

Corresponding to the chapters in The Human Body in Health and Illness, 4th Edition, by Barbara Herlihy, this study guide offers fun and practical exercises to help you review, understand, and remember basic A&P. Even if you find science intimidating, this book can help you succeed.

• Textbook page references are included with the questions to make information easy to find.
• Each chapter includes three parts:
• Mastering the Basics with matching, ordering, labeling, diagram reading, and coloring exercises
• Putting It All Together including multiple-choice quizzes and case studies
• Challenge Yourself! with critical thinking questions and puzzles

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780323498364
Publisher:	Elsevier Health Sciences
Publication date:	11/30/2017
Product dimensions:	8.40(w) x 10.80(h) x 0.60(d)

About the Author

Professor Barbara Herlihy works in the School of Nursing and Health Professions at University of the Incarnate Word, San Antonio, TX.

Table of Contents

1 Introduction to the Human Body
2 Basic Chemistry
3 Cells
4 Cell Metabolism
5 Microbiology Basics
6 Tissues and Membranes
7 Integumentary System and Body Temperature
8 Skeletal System
9 Muscular System
10 Nervous System: Nervous Tissue and Brain
11 Nervous System: Spinal Cord and Peripheral Nerves
12 Autonomic Nervous System
13 Sensory System
14 Endocrine System
15 Blood
16 Anatomy of the Heart
17 Function of the Heart
18 Anatomy of the Blood Vessels
19 Functions of the Blood Vessels
20 Lymphatic System
21 Immune System
22 Respiratory System
23 Digestive System
24 Urinary System
25 Water, Electrolyte, and Acid–Base Balance
26 Reproductive Systems
27 Human Development and Heredity

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