Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology

Abstract

The University of Southern Queensland (USQ) is committed to advancing the use of open textbooks in higher education. This textbook is a tool to support first year anatomy and physiology courses taught in Australia, aiming to provide students with an increased access to free, high-quality learning materials. The material in this textbook is largely based on OpenStax’s Anatomy & Physiology textbook, however, has been modified for Australian course curriculum. The coverage and scope of the current text includes: 1. Levels of organisation, homeostasis and nomenclature 2. Cells: structure and reproduction 3. Tissues, organs, and Systems 4. Integumentary System 5. Blood 6. Cardiovascular system 7. Lymphatic system and immunity 8. Respiratory systems 9. Muscle system 10. Skeletal system 11. Musculoskeletal system 12. Digestive system 13. Nervous system 14. Endocrine system 15. Reproductive System 16. Pregnancy and human development 17. Urinary system