Abstract

This subject continues the foundation study of the function of the human body. Students will examine the physiology of various systems such as the cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, renal and reproductive systems including pertinent medical considerations.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics: CIRCULATORY SYSTEM: blood, circulation, haemodynamics, the cardiac cycle, ECG and blood pressure control; cardiovascular regulation; lymphatic system;RESPIRATORY SYSTEM: functional anatomy of the respiratory system, ventilation and lung mechanics, gas exchange, transport of gases in the blood, control of respiration;DIGESTIVE SYSTEM: functional anatomy of … For more content click the Read More button below.

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1.
identify and describe the principal structural features and locations of each component organ of the following body systems: circulatory, respiratory, digestive, renal and reproductive systems;
2.
describe the functions of each component organ of the following body systems: circulatory, respiratory, digestive, renal and reproductive systems; and
3.
demonstrate application of the principles of physiological regulation in each of the following body systems, by explaining the integration of these systems in the entire organism: circulatory, respiratory, digestive, renal and reproductive systems.

Assumed knowledge

It is assumed students will have knowledge equivalent to BMS133 combined with BMS135