Anatomy and Physiology for Dummies
by Donna Rae Siegfried
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Author: Donna Rae SiegfriedEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2002-05-01
ISBN: 0764554220
Number of pages: 360
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
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Book Reviews of Anatomy and Physiology for Dummies
Book Review: Great for beginners!!!
Summary: 5 Stars
I purchased this book with the intention of learning some basic concepts of anatomy and physiology. I seem to have developed an interest in this subject area just on hearing other friends talk about nursing, working in hospitals etc...so I figured this was a great way to start learning, and I was right!
As I read through this book (I have not completed it as of this review; only up to chapter 8), the material is presented in the simplest terms possible. Appropriate medical terminology is used when discussing certain subjects, but this book is very easy to understand. It takes more than just reading this book to comprehend what you are reading, the reader must take initiative to learn more. At times, it can be overwhelming because there are complex chemistry / microbiology parts when you get to the part about glycolosis and subjects like it, but taking your time; and re-reading over it enables you to grasp the basic concepts of the more complex parts of this book. What i found to be very helpful, is in conjunction with this book, making use of video lectures for a more interactive learning experience. I use youtube a lot, because reading this book is GREAT, but reading alone is not good enough. Doing searches on youtube for videos on things like the circulatory system, DNA and cell structures will help the reader of this book better understand what they are reading. Because not only are you reading, you can actually see how things work inside the body in terms of our anatomy and physiology.
There is a channel on youtube which I found most helpful, it is called: khanacademy. There are videos on "DNA" and "Parts of a cell" that are very helpful and compliment the reading of this book nicely! It took me a while to find this youtube channel. Be very careful as any joe shmoe can put anything up on youtube. But the khanacademy is the absolute best I have found. However, always take what you find on youtube with a little caution. I have read many reviews about the khanacademy and he has even been featured on CNN, interviewed on KPBS etc...so...just something to think about as you ready this book.
I return to college in a few months so I figured learning as much as I can beforehand will make my experience in school more enjoyable and make the learning progress smoothly. With the help of this book, hearing the terminology and topics in a classroom will not be as foreign to me as I have never studied this area before.
Overall a GREAT book; and the ONLY thing I could say needed to be improved is, not with the written material, but I feel that an interactive DVD encyclopedia made specifically to anatomy and physiology should be included with this book. This minor detail was not enough for me to lower the rating from a Five-star to anything lower. This is truly a great book at a fair price.
Summary of Anatomy and Physiology for Dummies
Some people think that knowing about what goes on inside the human body can sap life of its mystery. Which is too bad for them, because anybody who?s ever taken a peak under the hood knows that the human body, and all its various structures and functions, is a realm of awe-inspiring complexity and countless wonders. The dizzying dance of molecule, cell, tissue, organ, muscle, sinew, and bone that we call life can be a thing of breathtaking beauty and humbling perfection. No one should be denied access to this spectacle because they don?t come from a scientific background. And now, thanks to Anatomy and Physiology For Dummies, no one needs to be.Whether you?re an aspiring health-care or fitness professional or just somebody who?s curious about the human body and how it works, this book offers you a fun, easy way get a handle on the basics of anatomy and physiology. In no time you?ll:
- Understand the meanings of terms in anatomy and physiology
- Get to know the body?s anatomical structures?from head to toe
- Explore the body?s systems and how they interact to keep us alive
- Gain insights into how the structures and systems function in sickness and health
- Understand the human reproductive system and how it creates new life
Written in plain English and illustrated with dozens of beautiful illustrations, Anatomy and Physiology For Dummies covers everything from atoms to cells to organs, including:
- Anatomic position and the divisions of the body
- Increasingly magnified aspects of the body, from atoms to organs to systems
- The anatomy and pathophysiology of the skeleton, muscles and skin
- The anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology of the nervous, endocrine and circulatory systems
- The anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology of the respiratory, digestive, urinary and immune systems
- The anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology of the reproductive system
- Keeping the body healthy through good nutrition
Don?t miss this opportunity to learn about your body from the inside out. Let Anatomy and Physiology For Dummies be your guide on a fantastic voyage through a world of countless wonders.
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