Cardiovascular Physiology Author:David E. Mohrman, Lois Jane Heller Thoroughly revised, this text provides a concise yet complete presentation of the basic principles of cardiovascular physiology for beginning medical and physiology students. This book places particular emphasis on describing how the operation of the intact cardiovascular system is governed by the basic principles of cardiovascular physiology. N... more »ew material covered is on the cardiovascular effects of aging; fetal circulation and changes at birth; cardiac membrane ion channel gating mechanisms; and cardiovascular adaptations to zero gravity. The book's successful format utilizes learning objectives and study questions to encourage self-sufficiency in mastering the material.« less