Snell’s Clinical Anatomy By Regions (10th Edition)

Snell’s Clinical Anatomy by Regions (10th edition)

Name: Snell’s Clinical Anatomy by Regions
Edition: 10th
Author: Lawrence E wineski
Subject: Human Anatomy
Language: English
Publisher: Wolters Kluwer

Brief Introduction

Anatomy is the science of the structure and function of the body. Clinical anatomy is the study of the macroscopic structure and function of the body as it relates to the practice of medicine and other health sciences.

Snell’s Clinical Anatomy by Regions pairs expert perspectives with a user-friendly approach to deliver a proven learning and teaching resource on the practical application of anatomy.

Ideal for medical, dental, allied health, and nursing programs, this trusted text guides students through the fundamentals of human anatomy, explaining the how and why behind each structure and offering readers the hands-on guidance they need to make sound clinical choices.

CHAPTER 1 Introduction
CHAPTER 2 The Back
CHAPTER 3 Upper Limb
CHAPTER 4 Thorax, Part I: Thoracic Wall
CHAPTER 5 Thorax, Part II: Thoracic Cavity
CHAPTER 6 Abdomen, Part I: Abdominal Wall
CHAPTER 7 Abdomen, Part II: Abdominal Cavity
CHAPTER 8 Pelvis, Part I: Pelvic Walls
CHAPTER 9 Pelvis, Part II: Pelvic Cavity
CHAPTER 10 Perineum
CHAPTER 11 Lower Limb
CHAPTER 12 Head and Neck

Excerpts

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Understanding the terms used for describing the structures in different regions of the body is essential for students. Without these terms, describing the composition of the body in a meaningful way is impossible. Clinicians also need these terms so that anatomic abnormalities found on clinical
examination of a patient can be accurately recorded. The accurate use of anatomic terms by medical personnel enables them to communicate with their colleagues both nationally and internationally. With the aid of a medical dictionary, you will find that understanding anatomic terminology rather than memorizing rote nomenclature greatly assists you in the learning process. Without anatomic terms, abnormal functions of joints, the actions of muscles, the alteration of position of organs, or the exact location of swellings or tumors cannot be accurately discussed or recorded.
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