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Clinical Key Student Nursing Anatomy and Physiology Videos - over 120 expert-narrated 3D videos summarizing key topics from Ross & Wilson Anatomy & Physiology in Health and Illness, 14th edition.

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Gray's Basic Anatomy by Richard Drake; A. Wayne Vogl; Adam W. M. Mitchell Depend on Gray's Basic Anatomy, 2nd Edition to deliver superbly illustrated, authoritative, interactive content preferred by both students and faculty. Easy-to-read and concise, it has a strong clinical focus that's ideal for readers who need an efficient, high-yield anatomy textbook offering coverage of the most important anatomical concepts.
Publication Date: 2017
Anatomy & physiology made incredibly easy! by Laura M Willis Using humor and friendly guidance, this text gives you the pure-and-simple clarity you need to understand the basic structure and functions of all major body systems, while also guiding you through genetics, nutrition, reproduction, and more.
Publication Date: 2018
Anatomy and physiology for health professionals by Jahangir Moini
Publication Date: 2020
Principles of Anatomy and Physiology, 2nd Asia-Pacific Edition by Gerard J. Tortora
Publication Date: 2018
Applied Anatomy & Physiology : an interdisciplinary approach by Zerina Tomkins Applied Anatomy & Physiology: an interdisciplinary approach provides an overview of basic anatomy and physiology (A&P), and its application to clinical practice. Written by a team of expert academics and clinicians from a range of health backgrounds, the text uses a problem-solving approach, breaking down difficult A&P concepts through case studies, multiple-choice questions, images, feature boxes and online ancillaries, with a strong focus on the concept of the 'normal' homeostatic process of each system.
Publication Date: 2020
Anatomy and Physiology, Adapted International Edition by Kevin T Patton & Gary A Thibodeau Renowned for its clarity and accessibility of writing style, this popular volume explains the fundamental principles of human anatomy and physiology while exploring the factors that contribute to disease process. Rich with helpful learning features such as Mechanisms of Disease, Health Matters, Diagnostic Study, and Sport and Fitness, this volume has been fully updated to make full reference to European healthcare systems, including drugs, relevant investigations and local treatment protocols.
Publication Date: 2019
Vander's Human Physiology by Hershel Raff, Eric Widmaier, and Kevin Strang
Publication Date: 2018
Ross and Wilson Anatomy and Physiology in Health and Illness by Anne Waugh; Allison Grant Now in its fourteenth edition, this best-selling textbook has been honed over many years to provide a clear, straightforward introduction to the human body for students of nursing, allied health or biomedical and paramedical science. The book covers the core essentials of anatomy and physiology, including basic pathology and pathophysiology of important diseases and disorders.
Publication Date: 2023
Anatomy and Physiology by Helen McGuinness Expand your knowledge of anatomy and physiology and how it applies to practical treatments with the new edition of this bestselling book by Helen McGuinness. Boost exam chances with essential support for the Beauty Therapy qualifications.
Publication Date: 2018

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