Principles of Anatomy and Physiology

Gerard J. Tortora, Bryan H. Derrickson

John Wiley & Sons, May 15, 2018 - Science - 1248 pages

The phenomenally successful Principles of Anatomy and Physiology continues to set the discipline standard with the 15th edition. Designed for the 2-semester anatomy and physiology course, Principles of Anatomy and Physiology combines exceptional content and outstanding visuals for a rich and comprehensive classroom experience. Enhanced for a digital delivery, the 15th edition, gives students the ability to learn and explore anatomy and physiology both inside and outside of the classroom.

Contents

• An Introduction to the Human Body: 1
• Chapter Performance by Objectives: 8
• 7: 22
• The Chemical Level of Organization: 28
• 4: 39
• 7: 46
• 9: 54
• The Cellular Level of Organization: 60
• CONTENTS: 61
• The Tissue Level of Organization: 106
• Chapter: 144
• Aging and the Integumentary: 163
• Chapter Review 169 Critical Thinking Questions 170: 170
• Bone Tissue: 171
• 4: 177
• 8: 189
• The Axial Skeleton: 194
• viii: 201
• 6: 202
• 8: 215
• Chapter Review 231 Critical Thinking Questions 232: 232
• The Appendicular Skeleton: 234
• 5: 247
• Chapter Review: 259
• Joints: 260
• 9: 275
• Chapter Review 291 Critical Thinking Questions 292: 292
• Muscular Tissue: 293
• The Muscular System: 330
• Chapter Review 401 Critical Thinking Questions 402: 402
• Nervous Tissue: 403
• Chapter Review 442 Critical Thinking Questions 444: 444
• The Spinal Cord and Spinal Nerves: 446
• Chapter Review 475 Critical Thinking Questions 476: 476
• The Brain and Cranial Nerves: 477
• The Autonomic Nervous System: 526
• Chapter Review 546 Critical Thinking Questions 546: 546
• Sensory Motor and Integrative Systems: 548
• Chapter Review 574 Critical Thinking Questions 575: 575
• The Special Senses: 576
• Chapter Review 619 Critical Thinking Questions 620: 620
• The Endocrine System: 622
• Chapter Review 665 Critical Thinking Questions 667: 667
• The Blood: 668
• Chapter Review 693 Critical Thinking Questions 694: 694
• The Heart: 695
• Blood Vessels and Hemodynamics: 737
• Chapter Review 805 Critical Thinking Questions 807: 807
• The Lymphatic System and Immunity: 808
• Identify which students: 841
• Chapter Review 846 Critical Thinking Questions 848: 848
• The Respiratory System: 850
• Chapter Review 895 Critical Thinking Questions 896: 896
• The Digestive System: 898
• vii: 908
• Educators assess the realtime: 943
• Chapter Review 949 Critical Thinking Questions 951: 951
• Metabolism and Nutrition: 953
• Chapter Review 990 Critical Thinking Questions 991: 991
• The Urinary System: 993
• Chapter Review 1033 Critical Thinking Questions 1035: 1035
• Fluid Electrolyte and AcidBase Homeostasis: 1036
• Chapter Review 1052 Critical Thinking Questions 1053: 1053
• The Reproductive Systems: 1055
• Chapter Review 1103 Critical Thinking Questions 1105: 1105
• Development and Inheritance: 1107
• Chapter Review 1144 Critical Thinking Questions 1145: 1145
• APPENDIX A Measurements: 1148
• Measurements: 1-1

About the author

Gerard Tortora is Professor of Biology and former Biology Coordinator at Bergen Community College in Paramus, New Jersey, where he teaches human anatomy and physiology as well as microbiology. He received his bachelor's degree in biology from Fairleigh Dickinson University and his master’s degree in science education from Montclair State College. He has been a member of many professional organizations, including the Human Anatomy and Physiology Society (HAPS), the American Society of Microbiology (ASM), American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), National Education Association (NEA), and the Metropolitan Association of College and University Biologists (MACUB).
Above all, Gerard is devoted to his students and their aspirations. In recognition of this commitment, Gerard was the recipient of MACUB's 1992 President's Memorial Award. In 1996, he received a National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD) excellence award from the University of Texas and was selected to represent Bergen Community College in a campaign to increase awareness of the contributions of community colleges to higher education.
Gerard is the author of several best-selling science textbooks and laboratory manuals, a calling that often requires many additional hours per week beyond his teaching responsibilities. Nevertheless, he still makes time for four or five weekly aerobic workouts that include biking and running. He also enjoys attending college basketball and professional hockey games and performances at the Metropolitan Opera House.

Bryan Derrickson is Professor of Biology at Valencia College in Orlando, Florida, where he teaches human anatomy and physiology as well as general biology and human sexuality. He received his bachelor's degree in biology from Morehouse College and his Ph.D. in cell biology from Duke University. Bryan's study at Duke was in the Physiology Division within the Department of Cell Biology, so while his degree is in cell biology, his training focused on physiology. At Valencia, he has served as a member of the Faculty Senate, which is the governing body of the college, and as a member of the Faculty Academy Committee (now called the Teaching and Learning Academy), which sets the standards for the acquisition of tenure by faculty members. Nationally, he is a member of the Human Anatomy and Physiology Society (HAPS) and the National Association of Biology Teachers (NABT). Bryan has always wanted to teach. Inspired by several biology professors while in college, he decided to pursue physiology with an intent to teach at the college level. He is completely dedicated to the success of his students. He particularly enjoys the challenges of his diverse student population, in terms of their age, ethnicity, and academic ability, and finds being able to reach all of them a rewarding experience. His students continually recognize Bryan's efforts and care by nominating him for a campus award known as the "Valencia Professor Who Makes Valencia a Better Place to Start." Bryan has received this award three times.

Bibliographic information

• Title: Principles of Anatomy and Physiology
• Authors: Gerard J. Tortora, Bryan H. Derrickson
• Edition: 15, illustrated
• Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, 2018
• ISBN: 1119444454, 9781119444459
• Length: 1248 pages
• Subjects: Science / Life Sciences / Biology; Science / Life Sciences / Human Anatomy & Physiology