Ross and Wilson Anatomy and Physiology in Health and Illness
- 12th Edition - December 15, 2012
- Imprint: Churchill Livingstone
- Authors: Anne Waugh, Allison Grant
- Language: English
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 7 0 2 0 - 5 3 2 1 - 4
Ross and Wilson has been the number one choice for over a million students since it first published, over 50 years ago. One of the world’s most popular textbooks of anatomy and p… Read more
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Request a sales quoteRoss and Wilson has been the number one choice for over a million students since it first published, over 50 years ago. One of the world’s most popular textbooks of anatomy and physiology, it introduces the structure and functions of the human body and the effects of disease or illness on normal body function. More than any other text Ross and Wilson uses easy-to-understand, straightforward language, enhanced by colour illustrations and a huge range of interactive online activities, to make learning more visual and engaging.
Ross and Wilson is essential reading for anyone embarking on a career as a healthcare professional, especially in the nursing and allied health professions, complementary / alternative medicine or as paramedics and ambulance technicians.
"There are new sections on the implications of normal ageing on the structure and function of the body systems. The glossary has been expanded, as have the online access, learning outcomes and normal values tables. This book is excellent value for money." Reviewed by: Nursing Standard Date: Aug 2014
- Carefully refined, clear and unambiguous text which omits the unnecessary detail that can confuse the student new to the subject
- Highly illustrated with clear colour diagrams and photographs
- Regular sequences of headings, lists and bullet points help with learning and revision
- Learning outcomes related to the sections within each chapter
- Common prefixes, suffixes and roots commonly used in anatomy and physiology
- Appendix containing useful biological values for easy reference
- Access to additional electronic resources, including high-quality animations, colouring exercises, case studies, self-testing questions, an audio pronunciation guide and weblinks
- An accompanying Colouring and workbook that facilitates structured learning and revision of the material in this book.
Section 1 The body and its constituents
1 Introduction to the human body
2 Introduction to the chemistry of life
3 The cells, tissues and organisation of the body
Section 2 Communication
4 The blood
5 The cardiovascular system
6 The lymphatic system
7 The nervous system
8 The special senses
9 The endocrine system
Section 3 Intake of raw materials and elimination of waste
10 The respiratory system
11 Introduction to nutrition
12 The digestive system
13 The urinary system
Section 4 Protection and survival
14 The skin
15 Resistance and immunity
16 The musculoskeletal system
17 Introduction to genetics
18 The reproductive systems
- Edition: 12
- Published: December 15, 2012
- Imprint: Churchill Livingstone
- Language: English
- eBook ISBN: 9780702053214
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Anne Waugh
Affiliations and expertise
School of Acute and Continuing care Nursing, Napier University, Edinburgh, UKAG
Allison Grant
Allison Grant is a lecturer in the Department of Health and Life Sciences, Glasgow Caledonian University, Glasgow, UK
Affiliations and expertise
Department of Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Glasgow Caledonian University, Glasgow, UK