This long established best-selling text meets the needs of a wide range of health care professionals including nurses, nursing students, students of allied health professions and complementary therapies, paramedics and ambulance technicians. The purpose of the book is reflected in its title," Anatomy and Physiology in Health and Illness". The text is written in straightforward language and is complemented by extensive clear, full-colour illustrations. Each chapter provides an explanation of: the normal structure and functions of the human body what occurs when disease or illness disrupts the normal processes. Previous edition is the winner of The Bookseller's Best-sellers Award for an Academic Title. "Ross and Wilson Anatomy and Physiology in Health and Illness, 9th edition" was the best-selling academic title through bookshops in 2005.

Table of Contents

Common prefixes, suffixes and roots SECTION 1 The body and its constituents The body as a whole. Electrolytes and body fluids. The cells, tissues and organisation of the body SECTION 2 Communication The blood. The cardiovascular system. The lymphatic system. The nervous system. The special senses. The endocrine system SECTION 3 Intake of raw materials and the elimination of waste The respiratory system. Introduction to nutrition. The digestive system. The urinary system SECTION 4 Protection and survival The skin. Resistance and immunity. The musculoskeletal system. Introduction to genetics. The reproductive systems. Normal values. Bibliography

Reviews

"This long established, best selling text has been revised and updated for the tenth edition. The text is written in straightforward language and complimented by 450 full colour illustrations. This edition also features an accompanying eveolve website with a full image bank, learning objectives on Powerpoint slides, animations, web-links, MCQs and an audio glossary." Nursing Standard Vol 20 No 30