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Body Structures and Functions

by: Scott, Ann; Fong, Elizabeth

Body Structures and Functions

by: Scott, Ann; Fong, Elizabeth

ISBN 13: 9781401809959
ISBN 10: 1401809952
Edition: 10th
Format: Paperback
Copyright: 02/28/2003
Publisher: CENGAGE Delmar Learning
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Now in its 10th Edition, Body Structures & Functions has been completely updated and now includes great new features like a review of medical terminology, case studies to promote critical thinking, and complete coverage on the effects of aging.

Preface

How to Study Using Body Structures & Functions

xiii

Introduction to the Structural Units

(11)

Anatomy and Physiology

(1)

Anatomic Terminology

(3)

Life Functions

(1)

Human Development

(1)

Body Processes

(6)

Chemistry of Living Things

(16)

Chemistry

(1)

Matter and Energy

(1)

Atoms

(2)

Elements

(1)

Compounds

(1)

Ions and Electrolytes

(1)

Types of Compounds

(1)

Carbohydrates

(1)

Lipids

(1)

Proteins

(1)

Nucleic Acids

(1)

Acids, Bases, and Salts

(2)

pH Scale

(6)

Cells

(22)

Cell Membrane

(1)

Nucleus

(2)

Cytoplasm

(1)

Cell Division

(4)

Protein Synthesis

(1)

Movement of Materials Across Cell Membranes

(5)

Specialization

(1)

Disorders of Cell Structure

(8)

Tissues and Membranes

(15)

Tissues

(1)

Membranes

(6)

Organs and Systems

(1)

Degree of Tissue Repair

(2)

Process of Epithelial Tissue Repair

(6)

Integumentary System

(18)

Functions of the Skin

(1)

Structure of the Skin

(3)

Appendages of the Skin

(1)

The Integument and Its Relationship to Microorganisms

(1)

Representative Disorders of the Skin

(2)

Skin Cancer

(1)

Burns

(1)

Skin Lesions

(9)

Skeletal System

(29)

Functions

(1)

Structure and Formation of Bone

(1)

Bone Formation

(1)

Structure of Long Bone

(1)

Growth

(1)

Bone Types

(1)

Parts of the Skeletal System

(9)

Joints and Related Structures

(2)

Types of Motion

(2)

Disorders of the Bones and Joints

(1)

Diseases of the Bones

100

(2)

Other Medically Related Disorders

102

(10)

Muscular System

112

(24)

Types of Muscles

113

(2)

Characteristics of Muscles

115

(1)

Muscle Attachments and Functions

115

(1)

Sources of Energy and Heat

116

(1)

Contraction of Skeletal Muscle

117

(1)

Muscle Fatigue

117

(1)

Muscle Tone

118

(1)

Principal Skeletal Muscles

118

(1)

Muscles of the Head and Neck

119

(1)

Muscles of the Upper Extremities

119

(5)

Muscles of the Trunk

124

(1)

Muscles of the Lower Extremities

124

(2)

How Exercise and Training Change Muscles

126

(1)

Massage Muscles

127

(1)

Intramuscular Injections

127

(1)

MusculoSkeletal Disorders

127

(9)

Central Nervous System

136

(23)

Introduction to the Central Nervous System

137

(2)

Divisions of the Nervous System

139

(1)

The Brain

140

(4)

Cerebrum

144

(2)

Diencephalon

146

(1)

Cerebellum

147

(2)

Brain Stem

149

(1)

Spinal Cord

150

(1)

Disorders of the Central Nervous System

150

(9)

Peripheral and Autonomic Nervous System

159

(13)

Peripheral Nervous System

160

(1)

Nerves

161

(1)

Cranial and Spinal Nerves

161

(1)

Autonomic Nervous System

161

(4)

Disorders of the Peripheral Nervous System

165

(7)

Special Senses

172

(24)

Sensory Receptors

173

(1)

The Eye

173

(4)

Pathway of Vision

177

(1)

Eye Disorders

177

(4)

The Ear

181

(2)

Pathway of Hearing

183

(1)

Pathway of Equilibrium

183

(1)

Loud Noise and Hearing Loss

183

(1)

Ear Disorders

184

(1)

The Nose

185

(1)

Disorders of the Nose

186

(1)

The Tongue

187

(9)

Endocrine System

196

(26)

Function of the Endocrine System

197

(1)

Hormonal Control

198

(1)

Pituitary Gland

198

(2)

Hormones of the Pituitary Gland

200

(1)

Thyroid and Parathyroid Glands

201

(4)

Thymus Gland

205

(1)

Adrenal Glands

205

(1)

Gonads

206

(1)

Pancreas

207

(1)

Pineal Gland

208

(1)

Other Hormones Produced in the Body

208

(1)

Disorders of the Endocrine System

209

(1)

Pituitary Disorders

209

(2)

Thyroid Disorders

211

(1)

Parathyroid Disorders

212

(1)

Adrenal Disorders

212

(1)

Steroid Abuse in Sports

213

(1)

Gonad Disorders

213

(1)

Pancreatic Disorders

213

(9)

Blood

222

(18)

Function of Blood

223

(1)

Blood Composition

223

(1)

Blood Plasma

223

(2)

Red Blood Cells

225

(1)

White Blood Cells

226

(1)

Inflammation

226

(2)

Thrombocytes (Blood Platelets)

228

(2)

Blood Types

230

(1)

Rh Factor

230

(1)

Blood Norms

231

(1)

Disorders of the Blood

231

(9)

Heart

240

(25)

Functions of the Circulatory System

241

(1)

Organs of the Circulatory System

241

(1)

Major Blood Circuits

241

(1)

Changes in the Composition of Circulating Blood

241

(1)

The Heart

242

(2)

Structure of the Heart

244

(3)

Control of Heart Contractions

247

(2)

Diagnostic Tests for Heart and Circulatory Function

249

(1)

Diseases of the Heart

249

(5)

Types of Heart Surgery

254

(2)

Heart Transplants

256

(9)

Circulation and Blood Vessels

265

(23)

Cardiopulmonary Circulation

266

(1)

Systemic Circulation

267

(3)

Blood Vessels

270

(5)

Venous Return

275

(1)

Blood Pressure

275

(1)

Pulse

276

(1)

Congenital Heart Defects

277

(1)

Disorders of Blood Vessels

278

(10)

The Lymphatic System and Immunity

288

(19)

Functions of the Lymphatic System

289

(1)

Lymph

289

(1)

Lymph Vessels

289

(1)

Lymph Nodes

290

(1)

Tonsils

290

(1)

Spleen

291

(1)

Thymus Gland

291

(1)

Disorders of the Lymph System

291

(1)

Immunity

292

(8)

AIDS/HIV

300

(7)

Infection Control and Standard Precautions

307

(19)

Flora

308

(1)

Pathogenicity and Virulence

308

(1)

Chain of Infection

309

(4)

Breaking the Chain of Infection

313

(1)

Normal Defense Mechanisms

314

(1)

Stages of the Infectious Process

315

(1)

Nosocomial Infections

316

(1)

Standard Precautions

316

(3)

Isolation

319

(7)

Respiratory System

326

(23)

Introduction to the Respiratory System

327

(1)

Functions of the Respiratory System

327

(1)

Respiratory Organs and Structures

328

(6)

Mechanics of Breathing

334

(1)

The Breathing Process

334

(1)

Control of Breathing

335

(2)

Lung Capacity and Volume

337

(1)

Types of Respiration

338

(1)

Disorders of the Respiratory System

338

(11)

Digestive System

349

(31)

Layers of the Digestive System

350

(1)

Lining of the Digestive System

350

(1)

Functions of the Digestive System

351

(1)

Organs of Digestion

351

(3)

Teeth/Accessory Organ of Digestion

354

(1)

Esophagus

355

(1)

Stomach

356

(2)

Small Intestine

358

(3)

Pancreas/Accessory Organ of Digestion

361

(1)

Liver/Accessory Organ of Digestion

361

(1)

Gallbladder

362

(1)

Large Intestine

363

(1)

General Overview of Digestion

364

(4)

Common Disorders of the Digestive System

368

(12)

Nutrition

380

(20)

Water

381

(1)

Carbohydrates

381

(1)

Lipids

382

(1)

Proteins

383

(1)

Minerals and Trace Elements

384

(1)

Vitamins

384

(1)

Fiber

384

(3)

Biochemical Individuality and Recommended Daily Dietary Allowances

387

(4)

Dietary Guidelines for Americans

391

(2)

Nutrition Labeling

393

(1)

Food Poisoning

393

(1)

Eating Disorders

393

(7)

Urinary/Excretory System

400

(19)

Urinary System

401

(1)

Functions of the Urinary System

401

(1)

Kidneys

402

(1)

Nephron

402

(2)

Urine Formation in the Nephron

404

(2)

Ureters

406

(1)

Urinary Bladder

406

(1)

Control of Urinary Secretion

406

(1)

Disorders of the Urinary System

407

(12)

Reproductive System

419

(32)

Functions of the Reproductive System

420

(1)

Fertilization

420

(3)

Fetal Development

423

(1)

Differentiation of Reproductive Organs

423

(1)

Organs of Reproduction

424

(2)

Female Reproductive System

426

(5)

The Menstrual Cycle

431

(2)

Menopause

433

(1)

Male Reproductive System

433

(4)

Contraception

437

(1)

Infertility

437

(2)

Disorders of the Reproductive System

439

(3)

Sexually Transmitted Disease

442

(9)

Genetics and Genetically Linked Diseases

451

(10)

Genetics

452

(1)

Types of Mutations

452

(1)

Lethal Genes

452

(1)

Human Genetic Disorders

453

(3)

Genetic Counseling

456

(1)

Genetic Engineering

456

(5)

Glossary

461

(23)

Index

484

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