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NURS1001: Human Physiology
2024 unit information
This unit of study is designed to provide students with an introductory level understanding of the concepts related to human anatomy and physiology. The unit will focus on the major body organ systems and the interrelationship between these systems. The integration of the body organ systems will provide a basis to explore processes fundamental to health, including oxygenation, metabolism, elimination, movement, neuro-endocrine regulation, protection, and reproduction. The key physiological processes of each body organ system will be explored using the principle of homeostasis to develop a beginner's level understanding of compensatory mechanisms that may occur during alterations of physiological function and illness. This will provide students with a foundational basis with which to understand more complex physiological alterations and pathophysiology later in the degree.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Department of Medical Sciences
| Code | NURS1001 |
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| Academic unit | Department of Medical Sciences |
| Credit points | 6 |
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Corequisites:
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None |
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At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. Describe the major anatomical structures and the terminology used to identify anatomical positions
- LO2. Demonstrate an understanding of the concept of homeostasis and how body organ systems are controlled
- LO3. Discuss the primary mechanisms underpinning the control and function of body organ systems.
- LO4. Demonstrate an introductory level understanding of the interaction of body organ systems in the coordination of bodily functions
- LO5. Demonstrate an introductory understanding of homeostatic alterations and how these impact on an individual’s physiology
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