Table of Contents: 1 Introduction to the human body 2 Basic chemistry 3 Cells 4 Cell metabolism 5 Microbiology and Infection (suggest renaming to reflect contents) 6 Tissues and membranes 7 Integumentary system and temperature regulation 8 Skeletal system 9 Muscular system 10 Nervous System: Nervous Tissue and the Brain (only slight change) 11 Nervous system: spinal cord and peripheral nerves 12 Autonomic nervous system 13 Sensory system 14 Endocrine system 15 Blood 16 Anatomy and Physiology of the heart (merge of Chapters 16 and 17) 17 Anatomy and Physiology of the Blood Vessels (merge of Chapters 18 and 19) 18 Respiratory system (previously Chapter 22) 19 Lymphatic system 20 Immune system 21 Digestive system 22 Urinary system 23 Water, electrolyte and acid-base balance 24 Reproductive systems 25 Human development and heredity Answers to Review Your Knowledge and Go Figure Questions Glossary

Table of Contents: 1 Introduction to the human body 2 Basic chemistry 3 Cells 4 Cell metabolism 5 Microbiology and Infection (suggest renaming to reflect contents) 6 Tissues and membranes 7 Integumentary system and temperature regulation 8 Skeletal system 9 Muscular system 10 Nervous System: Nervous Tissue and the Brain (only slight change) 11 Nervous system: spinal cord and peripheral nerves 12 Autonomic nervous system 13 Sensory system 14 Endocrine system 15 Blood 16 Anatomy and Physiology of the heart (merge of Chapters 16 and 17) 17 Anatomy and Physiology of the Blood Vessels (merge of Chapters 18 and 19) 18 Respiratory system (previously Chapter 22) 19 Lymphatic system 20 Immune system 21 Digestive system 22 Urinary system 23 Water, electrolyte and acid-base balance 24 Reproductive systems 25 Human development and heredity Answers to Review Your Knowledge and Go Figure Questions Glossary

This popular resource for those new to anatomy and physiology is a simple and informative text that will help you master the concepts you need to understand the structure and function of the human body. Adapted by experienced anatomy and physiology educator Dr Ellie Kirov for students in Australia and New Zealand, it provides essential information all in one place about the body and its systems. It will help you to understand structures first, then functions, how these integrate within a given system, and how various systems function together within an organism. The simple-to-read book covers the basics and sets you up for deeper learning about physiological concepts. Clear explanations and an engaging, welcoming text make this an ideal companion for students who are new to this subject. This pack includes Elsevier Adaptive Quizzing for Herlihy's The Human Body in Health and Illness Australia and New Zealand edition. Corresponding chapter-by-chapter to the core text, EAQ prepares students for tutorials, lectures and exams, with access to thousands of exam-style questions at their fingertips. . Suitable for beginner nursing and health science students studying anatomy and physiology as part of their course . Easy to understand and read . Helps you learn and pronounce difficult terms . Brings science to life . Consolidates learning through summaries and quizzes at the end of each chapter . Suitable for learners from non-English speaking backgrounds . Separate Study Guide . eBook included with every print purchase Elsevier Adaptive Quizzing for Herlihy's The Human Body in Health and Illness Australia and New Zealand edition: . 1,500 self-quizzing questions that allows students to advance at their own pace - based on performance - through multiple mastery levels for each chapter . A comprehensive dashboard allows students to view their progress, and identify areas of strength and weakness Additional resources on Evolve . eBook on VitalSource Instructor resources: . PowerPoint slides . Image Collection . Instructor's Chapter Exam . Answer Key to Study Guide . Audience Response Questions Student resources: . Multiple-Choice Questions . Practice Chapter Exams . Animations . Body Spectrum Electronic Anatomy Colouring Book

Learn the A&P you'll really use in practice! The Human Body in Health and Illness, 6th Edition uses hundreds of illustrations, colorful cartoons, and an easy-to-read approach to simplify Anatomy & Physiology concepts. Organized by body system, this resource shows how each organ is designed to work by including clear, step-by-step explanations, clinical examples, and online animations. It also demonstrates what happens to the body when a system does not function properly. Written by well-known author and educator Barbara Herlihy, this resource makes it easier and more fun to learn A&P concepts - and gives you the basic background you need to begin a healthcare career. Full-color illustrations simplify difficult concepts and complex processes, accurately depicting anatomy, physiology, and disease. Colorful cartoons use humor to clarify and reinforce the content, making it more memorable, accessible, and easy to understand. Interesting analogies, examples, and anecdotes make learning easier and bring science to life. Key terms and objectives begin every chapter, setting learning expectations and goals, with terms defined in a comprehensive glossary. Useful learning and review features include Re-Think questions, Ramp It Up! and As You Age boxes, plus Did You Know boxes with clinical scenarios and historical vignettes. Focus on medical terminology includes Medical Terminology and Disorders tables with pronunciations, derivations, and word parts, along with references to commonly used medical terminology. Evolve companion website enhances your understanding with animations, learning activities, and review tools. A study guide offers fun and practical exercises to help you review, understand, and remember basic A&P. Sold separately. New animations bring difficult concepts to life. New illustrations show more step-by-step processes, and include new review questions to help you understand the concepts depicted. UPDATED content includes additional chapter review questions. NEW! More pronunciations and new med term activities are included.