Mulroney Susan E., Myers Adam K. Netter's Essential Physiology

Philadelphia: Saunders Elsevier, 2009 — 404 p., — ISBN 978-1-4160-4196-2Let the beautiful illustrations and diagrams from the Netter collection enhance your understanding of physiology. Respected physiologists, Susan Mulroney and Adam Myers of Georgetown University School of Medicine, provide you with a logical and highly readable reference, ideal for a basic understanding of the subject, a comprehensive overview, or as a supplement to lectures. Organized by organ system, each section is followed by a set of review questions to reinforce what's been covered. Clinical examples demonstrate key physiology concepts and their application in general medicine.Contents
Cell Physiology And Fluid Homeostasis
The Cell and Fluid Homeostasis
Membrane Transport
Section I Review Questions
The Nervous System and Muscle
Nerve and Muscle Physiology
Organization and General Functions of the Nervous System
Sensory Physiology
The Somatic Motor System
The Autonomic Nervous System
Section II Review Questions
Cardiovascular Physiology
Overview of the Heart and Circulation
Cardiac Electrophysiology
Flow Pressure and Resistance
The Cardiac Pump
The Peripheral Circulation
Section III Review Questions
Respiratory Physiology
Pulmonary Ventilation and Perfusion and Diffusion of Gases
The Mechanics of Breathing
Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide Transport and Control of Respiration
Section IV Review Questions
Renal Physiology
Overview, Glomerular Filtration, and Renal Clearance
Renal Transport Processes
Urine Concentration and Dilution Mechanisms
Regulation of Extracellular Fluid Volume and Osmolarity
Regulation of Acid/Base Balance by the Kidneys
Section V Review Questions
Gastrointestinal Physiology
Overview of the Gastrointestinal Tract
Motility Through the Gastrointestinal Tract
Gastrointestinal Secretions
Hepatobiliary Function
Digestion and Absorption
Section VI Review Questions
Endocrine Physiology
General Principles of Endocrinology and Pituitary and Hypothalamic Hormones
Thyroid Hormones
Adrenal Hormones
The Endocrine Pancreas
Calcium Regulating Hormones
Hormones of the Reproductive System
Section VII Review QuestionsAnswers to Review Questions