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A Laboratory Textbook of Anatomy and Physiology: Fetal Pig Version, Eighth Edition

Author(s): Anne B. Donnersberger, DePaul University, School for New Learning
Anne E. Lesak Scott, Moraine Valley Community College
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  • ISBN-13: 9780763736194
  • ISBN-10:0763736198
  • Spiral/paperback    513 pages      © 2006
Price: International Sales $154.95 US List
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Overview

At last, a brand new fetal pig version of the classic laboratory textbook by Donnersberger and Lesak Scott! This new book is the ideal lab text for a one- or two-term course in anatomy and physiology for students planning a health science or health-related career. Featuring fifteen integrated units, each consisting of a Purpose, Objectives, Materials, Procedures, Self-Test, Case Studies, and Short Answer Questions, this comprehensive lab text makes an ideal companion to any current anatomy and physiology text, or it can be used as both a main text and lab manual. 

 

 

ShowKey Features

  • Now available in both Cat and Fetal Pig versions, it is the perfect fit for the lab portion of an A&P course geared toward students pursing a career in the health sciences.
  • Includes new and expanded exercises and illustrations.
  • Contains 48 full-color histology photographs and over 70 fetal pig and human cadaver photographs.
  • Donnersberger’s flexible organization makes this text easily adaptable to courses of varying length or scope.
  • New interactive features will maximize students understanding of chapter material and provide them with a solid foundation in anatomy and physiology.

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ShowTable of Contents

 

Unit 1.   Medical Terminolgy
Unit 2.   The Microscope
Unit 3.   Cells
Unit 4.   Tissues
Unit 5.   The Skeletal System
Unit 6.   The Muscular System
Unit 7.   The Nervous System
Unit 8.   The Special Senses
Unit 9.   The Endocrine System
Unit 10.  The Blood, Lymphatic, and Cardiovascular Systems
Unit 11.  The Respiratory System
Unit 12.  The Digestive System
Unit 13.  The Urinary System
Unit 14.  Acid-Base Balance
Unit 15.  The Reproductive System

Glossary/Index
Measurement Appendix
Solution Appendix 


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ShowAbout the Author(s)

Anne B. Donnersberger-DePaul University, School for New Learning

Anne B. Donnersberger earned her B.A. from Clarke College in Iowa and has an Ed. D. from Nova-Southeastern. She has taught in both science and education for over 30 years, served as Chairperson of the Biological Science Department and Coordinator of the Education Program at Moraine Valley Community College, and was also Professor of anatomy and physiology there until her retirement in 2002.   Additionally, she has taught for over 15 years at DePaul University in Chicago and Hong Kong. During her career she received several awards, including Outstanding Professor of the Year, Developer of Teacher Training Programs, Curriculum Director, and Manager of External Site Development. 

 

Although she retired in 2002, she continues to teach two courses for DePaul University. 

 

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Anne E. Lesak Scott-Moraine Valley Community College

Anne Lesak Scott has over 25 years of teaching experience in anatomy and physiology at the community college level.  She is a registered nurse and has taught in the associate degree nursing program at Moraine Valley Community College.  She has also worked in medical research and co-published several professional articles.  Professor Lesak Scott currently teaches anatomy and physiology, and also serves as a nursing consultant.

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ShowAppropriate Courses

The Eighth Edition is designed for the laboratory portion of a one- or two-term course in anatomy and physiology for students planning a health science or health-related career.

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