SECTION 1
Fundamentals
Cells Tissues and Organs
Organ Systems
Barriers on the Outside and the Inside
Mind-Body Interactions
Anatomy and Disease
Chromosomes and Genes Inheritance of Single-Gene Disorders
Gene Technology
Uses of Genetics
Gene Therapy
Ethical Controversies
3 Making the Most of Health Care
Where to Start When to See a Doctor
Making the Most of a Health Care Visit
Getting a Second Opinion
Handling Medical Records
Researching a Disorder
How Health Care Is Paid For
Tools of Prevention Prevention in Pregnant Women
Prevention in Older Adults
Benefits of Exercise Starting an Exercise Program
Exercising Safely
Choosing the Right Exercise
Treatment of Pain and Inflammation Physical Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Specific Problems
Time Course of Dying Choices to Make Before Death
Treatment Options
Hospice Care
Symptoms During a Fatal Illness
Financial Concerns
Legal and Ethical Concerns
Acceptance
When Death Is Near
When Death Occurs
Capacity to Make Health Care Decisions Informed Consent
Confidentiality and HIPAA
Advance Directives
Surrogate Decision Making
Do-Not-Resuscitate Orders
Medical Malpractice