Medical Sciences | Human Physiology
P431 | 19816 | Schlegel
(4 cr.) This is an introductory course in human physiology
designed to introduce the senior undergraduate student and Master’s
level graduate student to the function of the human body. This
course provides a basic understanding of human organ system
function. The emphasis is on demonstrating how organ systems work
to maintain homeostasis, a constant yet dynamic internal state that
enables us to deal with diverse environmental conditions and
activities. Concepts are presented so as to provide students insight
into the scientific process, problem-solving, and knowledge of
resources for the study of human body in health and disease. An
opportunity to explore physiological concepts through discussion and
experimentation is incorporated into the lecture format of this
course. Class meets MWF. Assignments and exams include 7
laboratory reports, 7 discussion exercises, 4 semester exams and one
comprehensive final exam. (function) of the body caused by the
disease, as well as pharmacological (drug) or other therapies used
to stop the disease and allow the body to return to normal. This
course is designed to provide a basic understanding of common
diseases that inflict the human body and will not be exhaustive in
scope. context from which a patient seeks medical care. In order
to achieve this, students examine normal human behavior and
development throughout the life cycle. Issues addressed include
preventive health care, sexuality, cultural diversity, minority
health issues, religion and spirituality, family dynamics, the
economics of health care and death and dying. Intended for Junior
and Senior science majors. MW 9:05-9:55 F 9:05-11:00 Check
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