Universitat Internacional de Catalunya - BarcelonaStructure and Function of the Human Body I
Module: Health Sciences Module
Matter: Human Anatomy
Main language of instruction: Catalan
Other languages of instruction: Spanish
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Head instructor
Dr. Carles ESCALONA - cescalona@uic.es
Office hours
Dr. Pau Mezquita: pmezquita@uic.es
Dr. Joan Izquierdo: jizquierdo@hgc.es
Albert Pérez: aperez@uic.es
Update Date Course Guide:June 2012
This course is designed to help nursing students understand how to organize and human body works.
The nurse must have a precise knowledge of the development, localization and function of human organs. Only in this way will be able to ofecer quality care and patient safety.
The integrated knowledge of anatomy and physiology facilitates understanding of the mechanisms by which diseases affect patients and the logic of the different treatment modalities. Knowledge of anatomy and physiology is also very useful for understanding the diagnostic tests and drug metabolism.
The course aims to teach students the structure and function of the human body to learn to recognize the signs and symptoms of disease. We will also special emphasis on training our future professionals and educators in health habits of the population, a task in which the nurse does crucial work.
Not required
The course is divided into two blocks. The first block (Human Body I) consists of the following parts:
Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:
After completing the course the student will know the structural characteristics and the operation's own organs and systems that make up the human body and its development throughout the different stages of life, and will be able to establish relationships between them. Also, learn about the basic functional exploration of these systems in relation to the nursing profession with an understanding based on anatomical and physiological criteria.
PART I: ORGANIZATION OF THE HUMAN BODY
1. Introduction to Anatomy.
1.1 Scope of Anatomy: levels of structural organization.
1.2 The language of anatomy: axes and planes. Regions, cavities and membranes.
1.3 Structure of tissues: epithelial, connective, muscular and nervous. Coating surfaces: cutaneous membrane, and synovial lining.
1.4. Importance of anatomy for nursing degree.
2. Introduction to Physiology.
2.1 Scope of Physiology: functions of life.
2.2 The language of physiology: homeostasis and regulation.
PART II: SYSTEMS INTEGRATION
II.A NERVOUS SYSTEM
1. Fundamentals of the Nervous System.
1.1 Organization structure and function of nervous tissue.
1.2 Histology nervous tissue: neurons and glial cells.
1.3 Potential resting potential and action potential graduate.
1.4 neuronal synapses, neurotransmitters and integration potential.
1.5 Integration neuronal: circuits.
2. Central Nervous System (CNS).
2.1 The Brain: embryological development and organization. Structure and function of its components.
2.2 higher mental functions: EEG tracing, consciousness, sleep-wake cycle, language and memory.
2.3 Functional anatomy of the spinal cord.
2.4 Protection of CNS meninges, cerebrospinal fluid, blood-brain barrier.
3. Peripheral Nervous System (PNS).
3.1 Nerves: structure and regeneration.
3.2 Spinal Nerves: plexus and dermatomes.
3.3 Sensory receptors and sensory integration: from sensation to perception.
3.4 neuromuscular junction and motor integration: the intention to effect.
3.5 The reflex arc and spinal reflexes.
4. Autonomic Nervous System (ANS).
4.1 Role, divisions and comparison with the somatic nervous system.
4.2 Basic anatomy of the parasympathetic and sympathetic SNA.
4.3 Physiology of the ANS: neurotransmitters, receptors and interactions between divisions.
4.4 Control of the ANS.
5. Special sense organs.
5.1 The vision: structure of the eye, retinal transduction, visual integration.
5.2 The hearing and balance: ear components. Auditory and vestibular function.
5.3 The taste and smell: location of receptors, signal transduction, perception.
IIB. ENDOCRINE SYSTEM
1. Endocrine System.
1.1 Mechanism of action of hormones.
1.2 Control of hormone secretion.
1.3 Structure and function of the pituitary, thyroid and parathyroid, adrenal, pancreas, gonads and pineal gland.
1.4 Other hormone-producing organs.
PART III: locomotor system
1. The Human Skeleton.
1.1 The axial skeleton: skull, spine and rib cage.
1.2 The appendicular skeleton: shoulder girdle, upper limb, pelvis and lower limb.
1.3. Osteology nursing clinic.
2. Joints.
2.1 Classification structure and function of joints.
2.2 fibrous and cartilaginous joints.
2.3 synovial joint structure and elements that determine their mobility.
2.4 Movements and functional classification of synovial joints.
2.5 Arthrology clinical nursing studies.
3. Muscular System.
3.1.Grupos muscle from the functional point of view.
3.2. Nomenclature of muscles by location, structure and function.
3.3. Muscles of the extremities, trunk, head and neck.
3.3. Muscles of the extremities, trunk, head and neck.
3.4. Myology clinical nursing studies.
4. Marrow function
4.1 Functions of the bone.
4.2 Composition of bone. Functions of osteoblasts, osteocytes and osteoclasts.
4.3 Development and bone growth. Concept of bone remodeling.
4.4 Actions of calcitonin, parathyroid hormone and vitamin D on the metabolism of Ca2 +.
4.5 Actions of estrogen and growth hormone on bone.
4.6 Density (BMD): concept and measurement
4.7 Importance of nutrition, physical activity and hormone levels for bone health.
4.8 Concept of "peak" bone mass in young adults.
4.9 Physical activities recommended for: a) children and young b) adults with moderately low BMD c) adults with markedly low BMD.
4.10Concepto and risk of osteoporosis. What bones are more susceptible to osteoporosis? Profile of a typical patient with osteoporosis.
4.11Fracturas bone. Repair mechanisms.
5. Muscle function
5.1 Types of muscle fibers. Equelética muscle functions.
5.2 Organization of the muscle fiber contraction mechanism.
5.3 Concept of motor unit. Classification of muscle fibers.
4.5 Mechanical muscle. Muscle tension and determinants
5.5 Muscle contraction dynamics ("isotonic") and static (isometric).
5.6 In what circumstances tetanic contraction occurs?
5.7 Muscle fatigue and delayed-onset muscle soreness.
5.8 Resistance training. Neuromuscular adaptation to physical activity.
5.9 Progression and regression muscle. Muscle changes after immobilization.
5.10 Evaluation of muscle function. Variations by age and sex.
6. Structure and Function of the integumentary system.
6.1 Skin: components of the epidermis and dermis.
6.2 The skin appendages: sweat and sebaceous glands, hair follicles and nail.
6.3 Functions of the skin.
6.4 Development and skin repair. Burns: risks and treatment.
| METHODOLOGY | COMPETENCES | ECTS CREDITS |
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| Mater Class Case Method Lab Practice Group Tutorials Virtual Learning | 1. G 20. B 21. B 22. G 23. B 25. E 6. E | 6 |
• Midterm Exam: Consists of a multiple response test with five possible answers and one correct (30 questions). Corresponds to 30% of the grade for the course.
• Final exam: is a multiple response test with five possible answers and one correct (55 questions). Corresponds to 70% of the grade for the course.
(*) To pass the subject is essential to pass the final exam with a grade equal to or greater than 5, and that the final grade calculation is equal to or greater than 5. Students who have exhausted two calls will be required to overcome with 5 or more the corresponding CONVOCATIO exam to pass the course.
(**) The wrong answers in the test will not be penalized.
E: exam date | R: revision date | 1: first session | 2: second session: