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The Human Body in Health and Illness by Elsevier - Comprehensive Guide for Medical Students and Health Professionals
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The Human Body in Health and Illness, 7th Edition is an essential resource for anyone pursuing a career in healthcare. This comprehensive textbook provides an engaging approach to learning anatomy and physiology (A&P) through colorful cartoons, captivating illustrations, and a user-friendly format that eases the learning process.
This edition effectively breaks down complex concepts into manageable segments, organized by body systems. With clear, step-by-step explanations accompanied by hundreds of full-color drawings, readers can easily grasp the intricate details of anatomy and physiology. This book is ideal for students with limited backgrounds in the sciences, making it a perfect fit for aspiring healthcare professionals.
Key Features:
- Engaging Learning Aids: The use of colorful cartoons and humorous anecdotes clarifies and reinforces the content, making it memorable and accessible.
- Comprehensive Coverage: Each chapter includes key terms and objectives to set learning goals, along with a glossary that provides definitions and pronunciation guides.
- Interactive Learning: The Evolve website enhances the learning experience with animations, interactive activities, and review tools that facilitate deeper understanding.
- Focus on Medical Terminology: Detailed Medical Terminology and Disorders tables help students familiarize themselves with commonly used terms in healthcare.
- Updated Content: The latest research on physiology, pathophysiology, and pharmacology is incorporated, especially regarding the immune system, ensuring students receive current information.
- Active Learning Strategies: New Work It boxes and What If? questions promote the application of knowledge in practical settings, encouraging students to think critically about their learning.
- Study Guides: Fun exercises and multiple-choice practice tests aid students in reviewing and retaining core A&P concepts, enhancing their study experience.
This textbook not only illustrates how each organ system functions but also highlights the consequences of system failures, providing a holistic view of the human body. It is designed to bring science to life, ensuring that even students with minimal backgrounds in biology, chemistry, or physics can understand and apply the material effectively.
With its vibrant illustrations and engaging content, The Human Body in Health and Illness, 7th Edition is an invaluable tool for students aiming to excel in their healthcare careers. This book simplifies the often-intimidating subject of anatomy and physiology, making it easier to comprehend while preparing students for real-world applications in their future practices.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What topics are covered in 'The Human Body in Health and Illness'? A: This textbook covers anatomy and physiology concepts organized by body systems, including the latest research on physiology, pathophysiology, and pharmacology.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Barbara Herlihy, PhD in Physiology and a registered nurse.
- Q: Is this book suitable for students with no background in science? A: Yes, this book is designed for students with limited science backgrounds, using clear explanations and engaging learning aids.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The current edition is the 7th Edition, published on July 27, 2021.
- Q: How many pages are in the book? A: The book contains 584 pages.
- Q: What features enhance the learning experience in this textbook? A: Features include colorful illustrations, Re-Think questions, 'Ramp It Up!' boxes, 'Sum It Up!' boxes, and 'Do You Know?' boxes with clinical scenarios.
- Q: Are there any supplementary materials available? A: Yes, there is a study guide available separately that includes exercises and multiple-choice practice tests.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How does this book address medical terminology? A: It includes Medical Terminology and Disorders tables with pronunciations, derivations, and definitions in a comprehensive glossary.
- Q: Does the book include online resources? A: Yes, the Evolve website offers animations, interactive learning activities, and review tools to enhance understanding.