The Human Body in Health and Disease
Frederic H. Martini, University of Hawaii
Edwin F. Bartholomew
Kathleen Welch, Palo Alto, California

ISBN-10: 0138568162
ISBN-13: 9780138568160

Publisher: Benjamin Cummings
Copyright: 2000
Format: Paper; 596 pp
Published: 12/28/1999

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This text includes basic concepts of A&P, integrated disease-related information, clinical applications, and terminology—all without excessive detail. It is written by an author team known for its clarity of presentation and outstanding illustration program.

  • Introduces a separate chapter (Chapter 6) on “Mechanisms of Disease,” covering the classification and diagnosis of diseases, the fundamentals of infectious diseases, and the transmission and control of pathogens—This chapter appears early in the text and serves as a foundation for the study of disease.

    • Students can apply this foundation of disease as they study the individual human body systems. Ex.___

  • Integrates a wealth of disease-related information and applications throughout each chapter.

    • As students study each body system in a state of health, they also learn what happens if it's in a state of disease. Ex.___

  • Presents only the most basic coverage of each body system—Each chapter that covers a major body system begins with a “System Brief” which provides an overview of that system's functions. The rest of the chapter covers the basic concepts of the system.

    • Students can concentrate on the big picture without getting overwhelmed by the details. Ex.___

  • Showcases a superior illustration program—Featuring award-winning illustrations by Bill Ober. The illustrations are large, clear and easy to study from. —Macro-to-micro illustrations provide excellent visual support by allowing students to see anatomy in “exploded” or three-dimensional views—from gross to microscopic. —Orientation icons show reference locations for individual structures.

    • Students are better able to understand the complexities of the human body with large, clear illustrations that relate isolated anatomical elements to the whole body. Ex.___

  • Provides numerous pedagogical aids. —Concept Check Questions appear after key concepts, and help students check their understanding of material just covered. —Figure Reference Locators are red dots which appear next to all figure call-outs and function as visual place holders. They allow students to easily study illustrations without losing their place in the narrative. —Concept Links are convenient page reference icons which link students to relevant concepts discussed earlier in the text. Helps students better understand A&P as a whole. —Concept Maps and Flow Charts show students key relationships between structure and function.

    • These aids help students study more efficiently and relate isolated concepts to other concepts within the text. Ex.___

  • Fundamentals of A&P Interactive Student CD-ROM is available free with the text—Correlated to Martini's Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology 4th edition but applicable to many topics in Essentials of A&P, this powerful learning tool uses interactive cases and animated tutorials to help A&P come alive.

    • Students have access to a powerful and exciting study tool, that helps them visualize key processes. Ex.___



 1. An Introduction to the Human Body.


 2. Chemistry and the Human Body.


 3. The Structure and Function of Cells.


 4. Tissues and Body Membranes.


 5. Organ Systems: An Overview.


 6. Mechanisms of Disease.


 7. The Integumentary System.


 8. The Skeletal System.


 9. The Muscular System.


10. The Nervous System 1: Neurons and the Spinal Cord.


11. The Nervous System 2: The Brain and Cranial Nerves.


12. The Senses.


13. The Endocrine System.


14. The Blood.


15. The Heart and Circulation.


16. The Lymphatic System and Immunity.


17. The Respiratory System.


18. The Digestive System.


19. Nutrition and Metabolism.


20. The Urinary System and Body Fluids.


21. The Reproductive System.


22. Development and Inheritance.

Running hurdles demands strength, stamina, and agility. To succeed, you must be healthy, and the various systems of the body must work together efficiently. In this book, The Human Body in Health and Disease, you can learn about how bones, muscles, and joints work, how the heart and lungs meet the muscles' oxygen demands, and how your brain directs or coordinates these activities. In short, you will come to understand the basic anatomy and physiology of your own body. You will also learn about the most common illnesses and diseases, their effects on body systems, and the basic principles involved in diagnosing and treating them. In the process you will develop a new vocabulary and a perspective that will enable you to make sense of the wealth of available information concerning new diseases, new drugs, and new medical technologies. Whether you are planning a future career in the health sciences or have an interest in better understanding your own body, this book should be your first step.

Continue your exploration of The Human Body in Health and Disease with the Companion Website: www.prenhall.com/martini

  • Self-grading quizzes that provide you with instant feedback and text references
  • Additional labeling and objective exercises to help you master the fundamentals
  • Hot links to the latest information about dozens of infectious and emerging diseases

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