Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology, 3rd Edition

Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology covers all body systems using a student-friendly writing style that makes complex subjects easier to understand. Written specifically for the high school market, the chapters in this textbook are divided into lessons, providing content in a manageable format for the student. Each lesson is further divided into subtopics, with questions at the end of each subtopic to help students gauge their understanding of the material. Clinical case studies and real-world applications enhance student interest and involvement. An outstanding illustration program includes anatomically exact drawings with great use of color, simplified labeling, and teaching captions. Strong pedagogy includes study aids, such as learning objectives, lesson summaries, and extensive assessment opportunities increase students' ability to succeed in this challenging course. This edition has been updated to include content on the impact of COVID-19, artificial tissues, muscle disorders, the sense of touch, and Rh factor to the universal donor and universal recipient definitions.

• The text is written specifically for high school students, including the content needed for a science or health science program. Easy-to-read tables about diseases, disorders, and trauma provide important information in a short amount of time in a format that is easy to study.
• New HOSA Future Health Professionals activities encourage student and instructor involvement in HOSA and help prepare students for competitive events.
• This title is correlated to the industry-recognized credentials offered by YouScience Industry Certifications and NCHSE National Health Science Standards for Human Structure, Function and Disease A and B exams.

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