Introduction to the Human Body: The Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology

by Bryan H. Derrickson (Author), Gerard J. Tortora (Author)

• Used

  Hardcover
  2000

  $5.36

  The fifth edition of this work provides students with a basic understanding of the structures and functions of the human body with an emphasis on homeostasis. The text provides a blend of visual and textual elements to illuminate the complexities of the human body and ensure students' understanding. The illustration programme surrounds art with useful pedagogical elements such as: key concept statements; questions with every figure; orientation insets; matched numbered art to numbered processes listed in text; and function overviews with anatomical art.

• Used

  Hardcover
  1990

  $3.22

  Tortora's Introduction to the Human Body has been rewritten and reduced in length to enhance its suitability for physical education and health-orientated students as well as for students doing a general anatomy course and those undertaking nursing, ambulance and mortuary technical training. It features artwork and photographs and large full-colour line drawings; common disorders sections; guidance on medical terminology; illustrations anatomical detail; study outlines; and review questions and selected readings.