Specifically targeted for nurses, this book has been written in line with the curriculum prescribed by the Nursing Council of India. The combination of anatomy and physiology in one book will allow the students to understand structure–function relationships of the human body in preparation for their clinical training. Specific learning objectives provide a quick outline of what the chapter explains in detail Glossary of important terms enable the students to come to grips with the nomenclature or vocabulary of a new subject Lucid main text facilitates easy grasp of the complex concepts of anatomy, physiology Applications in nursing provides ready help for nursing students on areas of practical difficulties Summary of key points help the students recapitulate their learning in a fraction of time they devote to study the chapter Review questions facilitate self-evaluation and further revision of students’ learning