Description

Test Bank for Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach (8th Edition) – Dee Silverthorn

Overview of the Textbook

Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach (8th Edition) by Dee Silverthorn is a leading textbook that encourages students to go beyond rote memorization. It fosters critical thinking through real-life physiological applications, integrating both molecular and cellular concepts with broader system-level understanding.

This edition emphasizes active learning strategies, enabling students to think like scientists and solve real-world problems through physiology.

Key Features of the 8th Edition

• 🔬 Active Learning Emphasis: Dr. Silverthorn’s teaching methodology blends core physiological concepts with engaging, hands-on learning activities.

• 🧠 “Try It” Activities: Students explore real research scenarios and classic physiological experiments, enhancing their scientific reasoning skills.

• 📊 “Focus on… Graphing”: These exercises strengthen data analysis capabilities, a critical skill in modern physiology.

• 🗺️ “Focus on… Mapping”: Helps students create concept maps to visually understand and connect physiological systems and processes.

Complete Table of Contents

Part I: Basic Cell Processes – Integration and Coordination

• Introduction to Physiology

• Molecular Interactions

• Compartmentation: Cells and Tissues

• Energy and Cellular Metabolism

• Membrane Dynamics

• Communication, Integration, and Homeostasis

Part II: Homeostasis and Control

• Introduction to the Endocrine System

• Neurons: Cellular and Network Properties

• The Central Nervous System

• Sensory Physiology

• Efferent Division: Autonomic and Somatic Motor Control

• Muscles

• Integrative Physiology I: Control of Body Movement

Part III: Integration of Function

• Cardiovascular Physiology

• Blood Flow and the Control of Blood Pressure

• Blood

• Mechanics of Breathing

• Gas Exchange and Transport

• The Kidneys

• Integrative Physiology II: Fluid and Electrolyte Balance

Part IV: Metabolism, Growth, and Aging

• The Digestive System

• Metabolism and Energy Balance

• Endocrine Control of Growth and Metabolism

• The Immune System

• Integrative Physiology III: Exercise

• Reproduction and Development

Why Choose This Test Bank?

This test bank is specifically designed for instructors and students using Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach. It includes:

• Exam-ready questions tailored to each chapter

• Application-based scenarios to test deeper understanding

• Resources aligned with the 8th Edition’s learning objectives

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