Physiology
By: Linda S. Costanzo.
Edition: 4th ed.
Series: Board review series
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Published: 2007
Place of publication: Philadelphia
Language: eng
Number of pages: 334
ISBN-13: 9780781773119
Subjects: Human physiology -- Examinations, questions, etc.; Human physiology -- Outlines, syllabi, etc.; Physicians -- Licenses -- United States -- Examinations -- Study guides.; Physiology -- Examination Questions.
Genres: Examinations, questions, etc.; Outlines, syllabi, etc.; Study guides.; Examination Questions.
Description: Thoroughly updated for its Fourth Edition, this book is useful for students preparing for the USMLE Step 1. The book concisely reviews key physiological principles and includes clinical correlations throughout to emphasize connections between basic physiology and clinical medicine. Numerous illustrations, tables, and flow charts help students visualize material quickly and aid in long-term retention. End-of-chapter USMLE-style questions and a comprehensive end-of-book exam test the student's problem-solving skills, and clearly explained answers guide the student through the correct steps in reasoning. This edition features increased coverage of pathophysiology, new questions, and a new two-color design and artwork.
Notes: Includes index.

Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents: title: Cell physiology; title: Neurophysiology; title: Cardiovascular physiology; title: Respiratory physiology; title: Renal and acid-base physiology; title: Gastrointestinal physiology; title: Endocrine physiology.