Structure & Function of the Body

by Kevin T. Patton, Gary A. Thibodeau

Mastering the essentials of anatomy, physiology, and even medical terminology has never been easier! Using simple, conversational language and vivid animations and illustrations, Structure & Function of the Body, 15th Edition walks readers through the normal structure and function of the human body and what the body does to maintain homeostasis. Plus, this new edition also features new Language of Science and Medicine sections that introduce readers to important medical terminology as it corresponds to anatomy and physiology. If you’re looking for a solid understanding of structures, functions, and descriptions of the body then look no further than this dynamic text.

Conversational and clear writing style makes content easy to read and understand. Full-color design contains more than 400 drawings and photos. Clear View of the Human Body is a unique, full-color, semi-transparent insert depicting the human body (male and female) in layers. Animation Direct callouts direct readers to Evolve for an animation about a specific topic. Updated study tips sections at the beginning of each chapter help break down difficult topics and guide readers on how to best use book features to their advantage. Special boxes such as Health and Well-Being boxes, Clinical Application boxes, Research and Trends boxes, and more help readers apply what they have learned to their future careers in health care and science. Questions for review are found throughout the chapters and cover critical thinking, open-ended, fill-in-the-blank, matching, multiple-choice, and other question formats.  Chapter outlines, objectives, and outline summaries offer readers easy ways to organize and prioritize content. NEW! Language of Science and Medicine section in each chapter includes key terms, word parts, and pronunciations to place a greater focus on medical terminology. NEW! Thoroughly revised chapters, illustrations, and review questions reflect the most current information available. NEW! High quality animations for the AnimationDirect feature clarify physiological processes and provide a realistic foundation of underlying structures and functions. NEW! Simplified chapter titles provide clarity in the table of contents. NEW! Division of cells and tissues into two separate chapters improves reader comprehension and reduces text anxiety.

Genres: Health, Nonfiction, Nursing, Textbooks

509 pages, Kindle Edition

First published March 1, 1900

Reviews

[Adrienne · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was my textbook for three anatomy and physiology courses at the American College of Healthcare Sciences. I liked it, it was well-written, and helped me understand the concepts that I needed to know.

[Sandrine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent textbook on anatomy and physiology with clear and plentiful diagrams and illustrations designed to help tell your adrenal medulla from your hypothalamus.

[Georgia Kapitsaki · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is an excellent book to understand how our body and its different systems work. It has very nice examples and some vary explanatory figures. It is very difficult to digest all the information it offers, but I may read it again in the future. A must read for anyone who wants to understand better how the body works.

[Samir Roldan Braim · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excelente libro para adentrarte en el infinito mundo de la anatomía humana, ideal para aquellos que empiezan una carrera relacionada con la salud. Un libro fácil de entender eso sí estudiándolo.

[Yorbelit Ayala · Rating 4 out of 5]

Read in preparation for nursing school. It’s a good book. Condensed and straight to the point. 10/10 Would recommend. Definitely staying on my bookshelf.

[Caitlin Gonya · Rating 3 out of 5]

while I pretty good book, it sometimes got very wordy. sometimes the point was last in between too many examples and so the chapter test answers didn't really line up. it also doesn't give a very exact circulation. it says one thing goes back and says at the same time 4 sections later

[Sara · Rating 3 out of 5]

Three stars because I learned some things, but I would not recommend this to someone looking for an anatomy textbook.

[Angel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great resource for learning anatomy for coding class