Anatomy and Physiology Adapted International Edition E-Book

Renowned for its clarity and accessibility of writing style, this popular volume explains the fundamental principles of human anatomy and physiology while exploring the factors that contribute to disease process. Rich with helpful learning features such as Mechanisms of Disease, Health Matters, Diagnostic Study, and Sport and Fitness, this volume has been fully updated to make full reference to European healthcare systems, including drugs, relevant investigations and local treatment protocols. The also book comes with an extensive website facility (which includes a wide array of helpful lecturer resources) and accompanying Brief Atlas of the Human Body and Quick Guide to the Language of Science and Medicine. Anatomy and Physiology, Adapted International Edition, will be ideal for students of nursing and allied health professions, biomedical and paramedical science, operating department practice, complementary therapy and massage therapy, as well as anyone studying BTEC (or equivalent) human biology. - Unique 'Clear View of the Human Body' allows the reader to build up a view of the body layer by layer - Clear, conversational writing style helps demystify the complexities of human biology - Content presented in digestible 'chunks' to aid reading and retention of facts - Consistent unifying themes, such as the 'Big Picture' and 'Cycle of Life' features, help readers understand the interrelation of body systems and how they are influenced by age and development - Accompanying Brief Atlas of the Human Body offers more than 100 full-colour transparencies and supplemental images that cover body parts, organs, cross sections, radiography images, and histology slides - Quick Guide to the Language of Science and Medicine contains medical terminology and scientific terms, along with pronunciations, definitions, and word part breakdowns for terms highlighted in the text - Numerous feature boxes such as Language of Science and Language of Medicine, Mechanisms of Disease, Health Matters, Diagnostic Study, FYI, and Sport and Fitness provide interesting and important side considerations to the main text - More than 1,400 full-colour photographs and spectacular drawings illustrate the most current scientific knowledge and help bring difficult concepts to life - Quick Check Questions within each chapter help reinforce learning by prompting readers to review what they just read - Chapter outlines, chapter objectives and study tips begin each chapter - Outline summaries, review questions, critical thinking questions, and case studies are included at the end of each chapter - Study Hints found throughout the text give practical advice to students about mnemonics or other helpful means of understanding or recall - Connect IT! features link to additional content online to facilitate wider study - Helpful Glossary and Anatomical Directions - Ideal for students who are new to the subject, or returning to study after a period of absence, and for anyone whose first language is not English

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. Like millions of readers before you, you will treasure Ross & Wilson as a go-to resource that you will refer to time and again to support this critical aspect of your healthcare education. Clear and easy to read – suitable for students new to the area and anyone whose first language is not English Hundreds of stunning illustrations and images to make learning easy Helpful learning features such as Learning Outcomes boxes, colour coding and orientation icons to facilitate navigation Definitions of common prefixes, suffixes and roots, examples, glossary and an appendix of normal biological values Self-assessment activities in each chapter, including ‘spot check’ questions for each section and case studies with answers to develop understanding of key principles Accompanying website with animations, videos, audio-glossary and other self-assessment material Evolve Study Resources Online content offered with Ross & Wilson Anatomy and Physiology in Health and Illness 14th edition includes: New for this edition – a set of expert-narrated 3D videos summarizing key topics in the book, powered by Complete Anatomy: the world’s most advanced 3D anatomy platform Over 120 animations clarifying underlying principles and make learning fun More than 1700 audio glossary entries Body Spectrum © online colouring and self-test software Self-assessment questions to help students test their knowledge

The second edition of this book is aligned with the National Medical Council's competency-based undergraduate curriculum for the Indian Medical Graduate. This book is an ideal resource for UG students (MBBS & BDS) and for candidates preparing for PG and competitive examinations in various specialties - MD, DNB, MS, FRCS, MRCP, DM, MCh also would find it an authentic reference source. New to this Edition - Division into five sections to ensure completeness on application-based learning. - Addition of new chapters on Genetic Counselling, and Recent Advances in Genetics to generate curiosity about the topics. - Begins each chapter with Anamnese, a clinical scenario to stimulate readers' curiosity. - Includes Brain Teasers with solved MCQs at the end of each chapter for self-assessment. - 230 New illustrations in the form of three-dimensional diagrams, clinical photographs, ultrasonographs have been incorporated to enhance visual representation. - Frequently Asked Questions in Embryology and Genetics from previous university question papers presented for quick reference and mapping with relevant syllabus. - 30 Embryology Charts for Practical Examination help the learners to assimilate well the learnt concepts. Key Characteristics - Text is presented in a simple, precise, and point-wise manner, with complex information summarized in tables. - Integrates Clinical Nuggets containing interesting facts about the topic. - Concludes each chapter with Klinische Perlen, addressing the applied aspects of the subject matter. - Features a Points to Ponder section for a quick recap of key concepts. - Provides references under the heading Further Readings for detailed exploration of topics. Online Resources at www.medenact.com - Complimentary access to full e-book. - Labelled 30 embryological charts for a quick recap before viva voce.

This book can be used as a learning aid for undergraduates (MBBS and BDS), postgraduates and for those who are preparing for competitive exams in almost all specialities (MD, DNB, MS, FRCS, MRCP, DM, Mch) Topics are updated according to the Medical Council of India, Competency Based Undergraduate Curriculum for the Indian Medical Graduate Presented in the form of bullets for better grasping Clinical Nuggets include interesting facts about the topic Kliniche Perlen towards the end of each chapter deals with the applied aspects Points to ponder section for a quick recap Brain teasers with solved MCQs for self-assessment Quick review of genetics according to new curriculum Schematic diagrams and clinical photographs for better visualization of concepts A note on recent advances to create a curiosity for the topics YouTube channel by the author--LIFE IN THE WOMB with detailed explanation about the topics

Directly aligned to the 6th edition of Potter and Perry's Fundamentals of Nursing, this Clinical skills workbook by Geraldine Rebeiro, Damian Wilson and Stacey Fuller allows Australian and New Zealand undergraduate nursing students to apply clinical skills to the real world effectively and according to contemporary local best practice standards. Clear instructions and reflective learning support students to work through and master 81 clinical skills featured in the Potter and Perry's text and this Skills workbook. Detailed checklists and assessment tools enable both students and assessors to track progress. Comprehensively updated and revised, the Fundamentals of Nursing Clinical Skills workbook 4e is an essential tool to support students to become confident and effective nurses. - 81 updated Clinical Skills, linking applied nursing skills to real-world best practice. Each skill features: - Overview - A focus on therapeutic relationships and patient considerations - Equipment checklist - A step-by-step approach - Critical decision points - Competency checklist and revised rating scale - Reflection opportunity - Aligned to Potter and Perry's fundamentals of nursing ANZ 6e - Comprehensively updated to ensure currency with contemporary practice - Extended skills to those in the core text to reflect more advanced practice - 4 NEW skills: blood-glucose levels; Doppler for assessment of pulses; bladder scan; and nursing informatics, as well as an updated skill on neurovascular assessment - Figures now included to illustrate particular steps in a skill - New skill featuring nursing informatics competency assessment tool (linked to online chapter in core text) - Amended Bondy rating scale for a generic assessment

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There’s no other A&P text that equals Anatomy & Physiology for its student-friendly writing, visually engaging content, and wide range of learning support. Focusing on the unifying themes of structure and function in homeostasis, this dynamic text helps you easily master difficult material with consistent, thorough, and non-intimidating explanations. You can also connect with the textbook through a number of electronic resources, including the engaging A&P Online course, an electronic coloring book, online tutoring, and more! Creative, dynamic design with over 1400 full-color photographs and drawings, plus a comprehensive color key, illustrates the most current scientific knowledge and makes the information more accessible. UNIQUE! Consistent, unifying themes in each chapter such as the Big Picture and Cycle of Life sections tie your learning together and make anatomical concepts relevant. UNIQUE! Body system chapters have been broken down into separate chapters to help you learn material in smaller pieces. UNIQUE! A&P Connect guides you to the Evolve site where you can learn more about related topics such as disease states, health professions, and more. Quick Guide to the Language of Science and Medicine contains medical terminology, scientific terms, pronunciations, definitions, and word part breakdowns for key concepts. Brief Atlas of the Human of the Human Body contains more than 100 full-color supplemental photographs of the human body, including surface and internal anatomy. Smaller, separate chapters for Cell Reproduction, Autonomic Nervous System, Endocrine Regulation, and Endocrine Glands. Expansion of A&P Connect includes Protective Strategies of the Respiratory Tract, "Meth Mouth," Chromosome Territories, Using Gene Therapy, and Amazing Amino Acids. Art and content updates include new dynamic art and the most current information available.

This book provides an excellent platform for understanding the chemical processes involved in food transformation. Starting with the examination of major food components, such as water, carbohydrates, lipids, proteins and minerals, the author further introduces the biochemistry of digestion and energy metabolism of food ingredients. The last section of the book is devoted to modern food technologies and their future perspectives.