HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY (Theory)

Paper Code: 
24GHSC211
Credits: 
4
Contact Hours: 
60.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

This course will enable the students to –

  1. Understand the anatomy and physiology of all the system of the human body.
  2. Understand the basic concepts of promotive health

 

 

Course Outcomes: 

Course

Learning outcome

(at course level)

Learning and teaching strategies

Assessment Strategies

Course Code

Course

title

24GHSC 211

Human Anatomy and Physiology

(Theory)

CO61: Evaluate the intricate structures and functions of cells, tissues, the skeletal system, and sense organs.

CO62: Examine detailed anatomical structures and physiological functions cardiovascular and lymphatic systems.

CO63: Assess comprehensive functions of the nervous and endocrine systems, their role in physiological processes.

CO64: Demonstrate advanced synthesis of knowledge in gastrointestinal and respiratory system anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology

CO65: Analyze and assess the structure, functions, and physiological processes of the urinary and reproductive systems.

CO66: Contribute effectively in course specific interaction

Approach in teaching:

Interactive Lectures, Discussion,

 

Learning activities for the students:

Self-learning assignments, Case studies on preparation of diet plans for a given situation

 

 

 

Class test, Semester end examinations, Individual and group projects

 

12.00
Unit I: 
Cells, Tissues, Skeletal System, and Sense Organs

Cell and Tissues

  • Structure and functions

Skeletal system

  • Structure, formation & types of bones

Sense organs

  • Structure & functions

 

12.00
Unit II: 
Cardiovascular and Lymphatic system

Cardiovascular system

  • Blood: composition, functions, blood group
  • Heart: structure, blood vessels, cardiac cycle
  • Circulation of blood
  • Blood pressure, hypertension, heart attack

Lymphatic system

  • Structure & function of lymph
  • Lymph vessels
  • Lymph nodes
  • Importance and significance in diseases
  • Immunity & vaccines

 

12.00
Unit III: 
Nervous and Endocrine system

Nervous system

  • Structure & function of neurons
  • Structure & function of Brain & spinal cord
  • Peripheral system
  • Hypothalamus & its functions

Endocrine system

  • Structure & function of endocrine glands
  • Role of hormones
  • Related disorders

 

12.00
Unit IV: 
Digestive and Respiratory system

Digestive system

  • Structure & functions of digestive organs
  • Digestion & absorption of carbohydrates, proteins, fats

 Respiratory system

  • Structure & function of respiratory organs
  • Role of lungs in exchange of gases
  • Vital capacity

 

12.00
Unit V: 
Urinary and Reproductive system

Urinary system

  • Structure & functions of kidney
  • Urine formation
  • Factors affecting urine formation & excretion

Reproductive system

  • Structure & functions of male & female reproductive organs
  • Menstrual cycle, spermatogenesis

 

Essential Readings: 
  1. Sears, W. G. Anatomy and Physiology for Nurses
  2. Donald C Rizzo. (2007). Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology Thomas Learning 2007
  3. Glenister, TWA & Jean RW Ross (2004) Anatomy and Physiology for Nurses CBS Publishers
  4. Anatomy and physiology in Health and Wellness; Anne Waugh & Allison Grant,13th ed, Churchill Livingstone Elsevier.

 

References: 
  1. Keele, C.A. and Neil, E. (1978) Samson Wright’s Applied Physiology,
  2. Oxford University Press
  3. Tortora, G.J. and N. P. Anagnostakos (1984), Principles of Anatomy and
  4. Physiology, Harper and Row Publisher, New York
  5. Armstrong, K.F. Anatomy and Physiology for Nurses
  6. Pearce, A. Anatomy and Physiology for Nurses, Faber and Faber
  7. Pike and Brown: Nutrition – An integrated approach – John Wiley and sons,
  8. New York
  9. Robinson C.H., Lawler M.R. ‘Normal and Therapeutic Nutrition’. Macmillan

e- RESOURCES

  1. https://www.uc.edu/content/dam/uc/ce/docs/OLLI/Page%20Content/very%20short%20presentation%20about%20Cells%20and%20Tissues.pdf
  2. https://www.education.ne.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/170-Anatomy-Circulatory-System.ppt
  3. https://www.education.ne.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/177-Anatomy-Endocrine-System.ppt
  4. https://www.education.ne.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/179-Anatomy-Nervous-System.ppt

JOURNALS

  1. Advances in Zoology and Botany
  2. Environmental and Experimental Biology
  3. Indian Journal of Continuing Nursing Education

 

 

Academic Year: 
2024-2025
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