Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology 12th Edition by Elaine Marieb & Suzanne Keller (2017)

Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology, 12th Edition by Elaine Marieb and Suzanne Keller is the gold-standard one-semester A&P resource, published by Pearson in January 2017. Rated 4.3 stars by over 220 reviewers, this edition focuses on the essential What, How, and Why of human anatomy and physiology without overwhelming students with unnecessary detail.

Science educator Suzanne Keller joins bestselling author Elaine Marieb to bring dozens of new figures, photos, and current information reflecting medical recommendations and terminology. The 12th Edition continues the authors' hallmark clear and friendly writing style, with familiar analogies and abundant mnemonic cues to aid learning and retention. This loose-leaf Books à la Carte edition features the same content in a convenient, three-hole-punched format at a lower price point than the traditional bound text.

Key topics include: cellular organization and metabolism, tissues, the integumentary and skeletal systems, the muscular and nervous systems, the special senses, the endocrine and cardiovascular systems, the respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems, and the immune and lymphatic systems. The top choice for students in nursing (RN/LPN), medical assisting, and allied health programs preparing for NCLEX, HESI, ATI, and healthcare certification exams.