Ross And Wilson Anatomy And Physiology In Health And Illness

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Now in its fourteenth edition, this best-selling textbook has been honed over many years to provide a clear, straightforward introduction to the human body for students of nursing, allied health or biomedical and paramedical science.

The book covers the core essentials of anatomy and physiology, including basic pathology and pathophysiology of important diseases and disorders. This new edition presents additional illustrations to enhance understanding of key concepts, including pathophysiology and diagnostics. Included for the first time is an introduction to surface anatomy, while other updating reflects current scientific knowledge and developments, including coronavirus. Enhanced learning features and an extensive online resource help you grasp all the important areas.

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.

"The chapter on the nervous system, has excellent informative diagrams where even the plexus appear understandable even to a novice. This is the book's strength and as a reference tool for patients would be helpful. " Date: July 2014

This document provides information about the 12th edition of the textbook "Ross and Wilson Anatomy and Physiology in Health and Illness". It includes details about the authors, content specialists, project manager, designer and illustrator for the book. It also contains standard copyright information and a table of contents listing the 18 chapters contained in the book, organized into 4 sections. The book covers anatomy and physiology of the human body systems and relates structure to function in health as well as some common diseases.Read less

The module will enable students to make well-informed, evidence-based decisions regarding health and well being over the lifespan based on an integration of prior learning with more in-depth understanding of human physiology and pharmacology.

The following concepts and processes essential to health and well-being will be covered: the cell (with a focus on membrane transport, receptor physiology and the role of gene expression); levels of organisation; concepts of pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics; nutrition and metabolism; excretion and elimination; fluid and electrolyte balance; acid-base balance; thermoregulation; perfusion; gas exchange; glucose regulation; sleep; and mobility. Changes across the lifespan in these functions will be examined. Forms of evidence informing the understanding of these processes will also be covered.