Medical Terminology with Human Anatomy (5 Rev ed)

The fifth edition of "Medical Terminology with Human Anatomy" continues its tradition of excellence with a new and refreshed approach to covering all aspects of medical terminology.

This revised edition embraces the philosophy that has made the book so successful, and incorporates fresh new features that will be sure to engage readers of all learning styles.

Features that promote success include: organized by body system-learners are able to easily locate all relevant anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology in the same chapter.

Word Building approach features an enhanced feature called Building Your Medical Vocabulary, which presents all words related to the body system, including pathological terms, in one list.

Readers can learn about medical words that are built from word parts, with their component parts clearly presented, at the same time as vocabulary words.

Focused pathology coverage, with two new features: Pathology Spotlights, which highlight common conditions, and Pathology Checkpoints, which provide the student with a concise list of pathology terms they have encountered in the chapter. Terminology Translator, a new feature on the free CD-ROM, provides an innovative tool to translate medical words into Spanish, French, and German.

Lifespan Considerations discuss issues related to children and adults.

Drug Highlights present essential drug information related to the chapter content.