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Fundamentals
The Human Body
Introduction
Cells
Tissues and Organs
Organ Systems
Barriers on the Outside and the Inside
Mind-Body Interactions
Anatomy and Disease
Genetics
expand / collapse Chromosomes and Genes
expand / collapse Inheritance of Single-Gene Disorders
Gene Technology
Uses of Genetics
Gene Therapy
Ethical Controversies in Genetics
Making the Most of Health Care
Introduction
The Primary Care Doctor
When to See a Doctor
Making the Most of a Health Care Visit
Getting a Second Opinion
Handling Medical Records
Researching a Disorder
expand / collapse How Health Care Is Paid For
Prevention
Overview of Preventive Care
expand / collapseTools of Prevention
Prevention in Pregnant Women
Prevention in Older Adults
Exercise and Fitness
Benefits of Exercise
expand / collapseStarting an Exercise Program
Exercising Safely
Choosing the Right Exercise
Rehabilitation
Overview of Rehabilitation
Treatment of Pain and Inflammation
Physical Therapy (PT)
Occupational Therapy (OT)
expand / collapseRehabilitation for Specific Problems
Death and Dying
Introduction
Time Course of Dying
Choices to Make Before Death
Treatment Options at the End of Life
Hospice Care
expand / collapse Symptoms During a Fatal Illness
Financial Concerns at the End of Life
Legal and Ethical Concerns at the End of Life
Acceptance of Death and Dying
When Death Is Near
When Death Occurs
Legal and Ethical Issues
Overview of Legal and Ethical Issues in Health Care
Capacity to Make Health Care Decisions
Informed Consent
Confidentiality and HIPAA
expand / collapse Advance Directives
Surrogate Decision Making
Do-Not-Resuscitate (DNR) Orders
Medical Malpractice
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