Anatomy & Physiology An Integrative Approach 3rd Edition by McKinley et al. (2018)

Anatomy & Physiology: An Integrative Approach, 3rd Edition by Michael McKinley, Valerie O'Loughlin, and Theresa Bidle brings multiple elements of A&P study together in unique ways that maximize understanding. Published by McGraw Hill in January 2018 and rated 4.4 stars by over 344 reviewers, this edition covers anatomy and physiology within each chapter, emphasizing the interdependence of body systems.

All figures are carefully designed to support the text narrative and carry brief textual explanations making them self-contained study tools. The text helps students apply chapter content through clinical examples that show what can go wrong in the body, crystallizing the understanding of normal physiology. Mini self-tests at the end of each section assess students' grasp of material, and end-of-chapter assessments encourage application and synthesis. Career opportunities for A&P students are highlighted at the beginning of each chapter.

Key topics include: cell biology, histology, the integumentary and skeletal systems, the muscular and nervous systems, the endocrine and cardiovascular systems, the lymphatic and immune systems, and the respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems. An authoritative resource for students in pre-nursing, allied health, and biology programs preparing for NCLEX, HESI, ATI, and nursing program prerequisites. Rated 4.4 stars by over 344 reviewers.