Tony D. Williams is professor of ecological and evolutionary physiology and chair of biology at Simon Fraser University. His books include Physiological Adaptations for Breeding in Birds (Princeton). Scott McWilliams is professor of wildlife ecology and physiology at the University of Rhode Island. Julia A. Clarke is the John A. Wilson Professor in Vertebrate Paleontology at the University of Texas at Austin. Elizabeth MacDougall-Shackleton is professor...

Don't go through your EMT training course without this handy reference! Packed with valuable information on scene size-up and patient assessment, this guide is an essential study tool for EMTs in training and an excellent refresher for EMTs already in the field. This guide also features a large section on anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology of all major body systems, along with common disorders and injury management. Helpful illustrations and...

"From basic biology and the lymphatic system to human growth and development, this comprehensive reference-organized by systems of the body-makes the sometimes perplexing nature of anatomy understandable through an engaging question-and-answer format. In addition to the science itself, the people and history behind anatomy are discussed. More than 1,200 questions are answered, including Do identical twins have the same fingerprints? What are the primary...

Neurology as if connecting body-mind-spirit mattered. A key topic of Holistic Psychology 2.0: We each have two nervous systems, two neurologies. One is on top physically and in frequency. The other is on the bottom physically and in terms of frequency. This is a good thing as they can work as a team towards making more healthy decisions every day. Where do our two neurologies meet? In the loving heart, of course. If you are only using one of your...

Examines giraffes, where they come from, their anatomy, physiology, lifecycle, how their patches help their survival, and the threats of extinction they face.

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