OpenStax College, Houston, Texas, 2013. — 1355 p. — ISBN 1938168135.Human Anatomy and Physiology is designed for the two-semester anatomy and physiology course taken by life science and allied health students. It supports effective teaching and learning, and prepares students for further learning and future careers. The text focuses on the most important concepts and aims to minimize distracting students with more minor details.
The units of Human Anatomy and Physiology textbook adhere to the scope and sequence followed by most two-semester courses nationwide:An Introduction to the Human Body
The Chemical Level of Organization
The Cellular Level of Organization
The Tissue Level of Organization
The Integumentary System
Bone and Skeletal Tissue
The Axial Skeleton
The Appendicular Skeleton
Joints
Muscle Tissue
The Muscular System
Introduction to the Nervous System
The Anatomy of the Nervous System
The Somatic Nervous System
The Autonomic Nervous System
The Neurological Exam
The Endocrine System
Blood
The Cardiovascular System: The Heart
The Cardiovascular System: Blood Vessels and Circulation
The Lymphatic System and Immunity
The Respiratory System
The Digestive System
Nutrition and Metabolism
The Urinary System
Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid–Base Balance
The Reproductive System
Development and Genetic InheritanceIncludes colour illustrations, interactive link questions, answer key, references with web links, full index.
