The Respiratory System: Systems of the Body Series

The Systems of the Body series is a valuable resource for medical and health science students, providing a concise and integrated view of each major body system. The third edition has been thoroughly revised and updated, with multiple case studies and links to clinical skills, investigation, and therapeutics. Each volume includes access to the complete eBook version and self-assessment material. The Respiratory System provides accessible coverage of core basic science principles in the context of clinical case histories, offering a fully integrated understanding of the system and its major diseases.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 180 pages
Publication date: 31 May 2022
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

The Systems of the Body series has become a highly valuable resource for medical and other health science students pursuing systems-based courses. This third edition of the series has been thoroughly revised and updated, offering a concise and integrated view of each major body system that is often difficult to find in more traditionally arranged textbooks or other resources. Multiple case studies help relate key principles to current practice, with clear links to clinical skills, clinical investigation, and therapeutics. Additionally, each print volume now comes with access to the complete, enhanced eBook version, providing easy anytime, anywhere access and self-assessment material to check understanding and aid exam preparation. The Respiratory System provides highly accessible coverage of the core basic science principles in the context of clinical case histories, giving the reader a fully integrated understanding of the system and its major diseases. The first chapter introduces the structure and function of the respiratory system, including its elastic properties, airflow and resistance, pulmonary ventilation, diffusion of gases between air and blood, the pulmonary circulation, carriage of gases by the blood, acid/base balance, and nervous control of breathing. Chemical control of breathing and lung function tests are also covered. The Renal System, Musculoskeletal System, Nervous System, Digestive System, Endocrine System, and Cardiovascular System are also included in the series, providing a comprehensive overview of the body's systems. The series is designed to help students understand the relationships between different body systems and their functions, and to apply this knowledge to clinical practice. With its clear and concise writing style, extensive illustrations, and interactive features, the Systems of the Body series is an essential resource for medical and other health science students.

Weight: 440g
Dimension: 276 x 216 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780702082849
Edition number: 3 ed