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Cengage An Integrated Approach to Health Sciences Anatomy and Physiology Math Physics and Chemistry 1997 Edition by Bruce J. Colbert
Unique in its method, this text uses a fully integrated approach to the four basic building blocks of Health Sciences: anatomy and physiology, math, physics, and chemistry, and presents them in the context of health occupations. Theory, practical applications, and humor combine in a readable format to increase student retention and comprehension. Student's get an inside look at health careers through the book's professional profiles, while exercises and case studies sharpen critical thinking skills. ALSO AVAILABLE - INSTRUCTOR SUPPLEMENTS CALL CUSTOMER SUPPORT TO ORDER Instructor's Guide ISBN: 0-8273-6084-3 Workbook ISBN: 0-8273-6083-5 Computerized Test Bank ISBN: 0-8273-7689-8 Teacher's Resource Kit ISBN: 0-8273-7688-X Table of contents :- Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology. Medical Terminology (the Language). Overview of the Human Body (the Map). The Raw Materials: Cells, Tissues, Organs, and Systems (Building Blocks). The Integumentary System (Protection). The Skeletal System (Support). The Muscular System (Movement). The Nervous System (Control). The Endocrine System (Growth and Development). The Special Senses (Input). The Respiratory System (Ventilation). The Cardiovascular and Lymphatic Systems (Transport). The Digestive System (Fuel). The Urinary and Reproductive System (Reproduction and Excretion). Fundamentals of Mathematics. Basic Definitions and Fractions. Decimals, Percents, and Ratios. Exponents, Scientific Notation, and the Metric System. An Introduction to Algebra. An Introduction to Equations. More Equation Forms. Statistics and Graphs. The Fundamentals of Physics. Motion and Forces. Energy and States of Matter. The Gas Laws. Selected Topics. Chemistry in the Health Sciences. .Basic Concepts of Chemistry. Bonding and Nuclear Chemistry. Empirical Formulas and Equations. Acids and Bases. Organic Chemistry. The Amazing Proteins..