Anatomy and Physiology The Unity of Form and Function 9th Edition by Kenneth S. Saladin (2020)

Anatomy & Physiology: The Unity of Form and Function, Ninth Edition by Kenneth S. Saladin is one of the most widely used and highly regarded anatomy and physiology textbooks for undergraduate students — a beautifully written, scientifically rigorous, and visually stunning resource that tells the story of the human body through many interconnected layers: core science, clinical applications, the history of medicine, and the evolution of the human body. Published by McGraw Hill, this essential A&P text is the definitive resource for nursing, allied health, and pre-medical students.

Saladin combines a humanistic perspective on anatomy and physiology with vibrant photos and exceptional art to convey the beauty and excitement of the subject while building deep scientific understanding. To help students manage the tremendous amount of information in this introductory course, the narrative is broken into short segments, each framed by expected learning outcomes and self-testing review questions that reinforce comprehension and promote active learning throughout each chapter.

The Ninth Edition is fully updated with current scientific content and clinical applications, delivering the most accurate and current A&P content available. McGraw Hill's robust digital learning ecosystem — including Connect® and SmartBook® — provides personalized, adaptive learning experiences that help students focus their study time and build the conceptual understanding needed for success in downstream health science courses.

Key topics include: cell biology, histology, the integumentary system, the skeletal system, muscle physiology, nervous system anatomy and physiology, the endocrine system, cardiovascular physiology, lymphatic and immune systems, respiratory physiology, renal physiology, digestive physiology, and reproductive physiology. The essential anatomy and physiology resource for nursing, pre-medicine, dental hygiene, physical therapy, and all allied health programs.