BIOL1920 - 02 - Anatomy & Physiology II for Nursing Professionals W/ Lab (si-L)

(NSL) Natural Science Lab (SI-L) Scientific Inquiry Lab

To function successfully in the health professions, one must understand the normal function and anatomy of the human body. This course will examine the structure and function of humans through consideration of each of the major organ systems. General physiological principles, especially mechanisms of homeostasis and structure-function relationships, will be emphasized for each system. The interactions among organ systems within a total body physiological framework will be studied. The primary focus of the course will be human anatomy and physiology, but comparisons with non-human animal species will be presented where appropriate. This semester the topics covered include the: endocrine system, cardiovascular system, lymphatic system, immune system, respiratory system, digestive system, urinary system, and reproductive system, along with nutrition and pregnancy. The laboratories will supplement the lecture and provide the students with a hands on experience and appreciation of the complexity of the human body. Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory.