This module will provide the basic anatomy and physiology of specific systems ...
Marieb, E.N. (2008) Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology. 9th Edition.
Module Name: Advanced Anatomy and Physiology Module Code: NU2S04 ECTS: 5 No. of Hours: 20 Term: Michaelmas Assessment Date: Week 16 Module Leader: Dr Aileen Lynch Lecturers: Dr Paul Costello, Dr Aileen Lynch, Dr Gabrielle McKee
Aims This module will provide the basic anatomy and physiology of specific systems of the body that underpins comprehension and understanding of normal function, altered function, care and intervention.
Learning Outcomes Following completion of this module the student should be able to: • Describe the normal structure and function of the systems of the body (nervous, cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, haematological, immune and endocrine). • Explain the normal functioning of the systems of the body (nervous, cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, haematological, immune and endocrine).
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Advanced anatomy and physiology (20) Nervous system (4) Cardiovascular system (3) Respiratory system (2) Gastrointestinal system (3) Haematology (2) Immune system (3) Endocrine system (3)
Reading List Essential Reading Waugh, A. and Grant, A. (2010) Ross and Wilson Anatomy and Physiology in Health and Illness. 11th Edition. Edinburgh: Churchill Livingstone Recommended Reading www.biotutorials.com Marieb, E.N. (2008) Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology. 9th Edition. San Francisco: Pearson/Benjamin Cummings. Or Tortora, G.J. and Derrickson B.H. (2009) Introduction to the Human Body: The Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology 8th Edition. Wiley and Sons.
