Reflecting the latest research and practices, BODY STRUCTURES AND FUNCTIONS UPDATED, 13th edition, provides a thorough overview of the basics required for the study of the human body and how it functions. It walks students step by step through a general introduction to life functions, terminology and phonetic pronunciations used to describe body parts, and a review of human development and body processes. This edition is aligned with Precision Exams' Health Science Career Cluster. A media link feature directs students to 3-D anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology animations that bring chapter concepts to life. The One Body feature describes the interrelationship between all body systems. Career Profiles give students insight into growing health care professions. Also available, MindTap is an outcome-driven application that propels students from memorization to mastery.

1. Introduction to the Structural Units.
2. Chemistry of Living Things.
3. Cells.
4. Tissues and Membranes.
5. Integumentary System.
6. Skeletal System.
7. Muscular System.
8. Central Nervous System.
9. Peripheral and Autonomic Nervous System.
10. Special Senses.
11. Endocrine System.
12. Blood.
13. Heart.
14. Circulation and Blood Vessels.
15. The Lymphatic System and Immunity.
16. Infection Control and Standard Precautions.
17. Respiratory System.
18. Digestive System.
19. Nutrition.
20. Urinary/Excretory System.
21. Reproductive System.
22. Genetics and Genetically Linked Diseases.

Reflecting the latest research and practices, BODY STRUCTURES AND FUNCTIONS UPDATED, 13th edition, provides a thorough overview of the basics required for the study of the human body and how it functions. It walks students step by step through a general introduction to life functions, terminology and phonetic pronunciations used to describe body parts, and a review of human development and body processes. This edition is aligned with Precision Exams' Health Science Career Cluster. A media link feature directs students to 3-D anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology animations that bring chapter concepts to life. The One Body feature describes the interrelationship between all body systems. Career Profiles give students insight into growing health care professions. Also available, MindTap is an outcome-driven application that propels students from memorization to mastery. Revised and completely up to date, BODY STRUCTURES AND FUNCTIONS UPDATED, 13th edition, is packed with the latest research and practices from the field. New information in the Medical Highlights features focuses on emerging disease processes and cutting-edge treatments. An all-new media link feature directs students to 3-D anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology animations that bring difficult concepts to life--helping ensure students gain a thorough understanding. Highlighting the latest protocols and practices from the field, an entire chapter devoted to Infection Control and Standard Precautions emphasizes the importance of maintaining health and safety in the health care work environment. Career Profiles give students an up-close view into today's most promising health care careers. Describing an assortment of health and medical professions, the profiles provide detailed information on the role of each professional -- equipping students with valuable insight as they begin planning their own career paths. Did You Know boxes feature fun, interesting trivia-like facts to engage your students, while Medical Highlights deliver the latest information on diseases, treatment and health care issues. Effects of Aging boxes highlight body system changes that occur as people age. Helping students review what they learn while sharpening their critical thinking skills, end-of-chapter Applying Theory to Practice questions and Case Studies simulate experiences from real-life health care settings -- enabling students to put chapter concepts into action. Lab Activities bring an interactive dimension to learning, giving students additional hands-on experience with key issues. The accompanying student workbook offers further practice through interactive quizzes and fun activities that correlate with each chapter in the book.