Course Title: Introduction to Physiology Course Code: PHSL 101 Program: Bachelor of Nursing Science Department: Basic Medical Sciences College: Medicine (Offering), Nursing (Beneficiary) Institution: Taibah University Version: 2 Last Revision Date: 2015 A. General information about the course: 1. Course Identification 1. Credit hours: ( 3 CH ) 2 T + 1 P 2. Course type A. ?University ? College ?Department ?Track ?Others B. ? Required ?Elective 3. Level/year at which this course is offered: Level: 1 Year: 1 4. Course general Description: The physiology of the human body course is designed to provide the nursing student with an overview of normal structure and function of the body and major systems, description of the integration of physiological functions, and knowledge about the physiological principles underlying diseases states that aids in interpretation of symptoms. Laboratory sections will be introduced within the course framework. A physiology background is required. 5. Pre-requirements for this course (if any): NONE 6. Co-requisites for this course (if any): NONE 7. Course Main Objective(s): 1. Discuss the concept of homeostasis and its deviations from homeostasis. 2. Identify basic needs of the body 3. Describe the physiology of the skin, and comprehend the regulation of body temperature. 4. Identify the mechanism of skeletal muscle contraction. 5. Recognize the physiology of blood, cardiovascular system, respiratory system, lymphatic system and other systems. 6. Discuss the different immune responses of the body. 2. Teaching mode (mark all that apply) No Mode of Instruction Contact Hours Percentage 1 Traditional classroom 60 100% 2 E-learning 0 0 3 Hybrid ? Traditional classroom ? E-learning 0 0 4 Distance learning 0 0 3. Contact Hours (based on the academic semester) No Activity Contact Hours 6. Lectures 30 7. Laboratory/Studio 30 8. Field 0 9. Tutorial 0 10. Others (specify) 0 Total 60 hours B. Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs), Teaching Strategies and Assessment Methods Code Course Learning Outcomes Code of PLOs aligned with program Teaching Strategies Assessment Methods 1.0 Knowledge and understanding 1.1 Recognize the physiological terms. I (K2) Lectures Class/Group Discussion Assignment. Written tests/quizzes 1.2 Describe the functions of skeletal muscles, cardiovascular, reproductive, nervous, digestive, special senses, endocrine, urinary, and immune systems. I (K2) 1.3 Describe the components and functions of blood I (K2) 1.4 Discuss the mechanisms of immune responses of the body. I (K2) 2.0 Skills 2.1 Correlate between the normal and abnormal structures & functions of body systems I (S1) Lectures Class/Group Discussion Problemsolving Strategy E-learning Written tests/quizzes 2.2 Interpret different stages of cardiac cycle, heart sounds, stages of breathing cycle, factors affecting rate of gas exchange across respiratory membrane, pulmonary functions….etc I (S3) 2.3 Explain the effect of sympathetic & parasympathetic stimulations on CVS, GIT, respiratory & urinary systems. I (S1) 2.4 Discuss cases associated with hormonal abnormalities. I (S2) 2.5 Performing blood grouping and calculating the erythrocytes sedimentation rate. I (S3) 2.6 Measure of visual acuity. I (S3) 2.7 perform neurological assessment (integrity of reflex arc) I (S3) 14 Code Course Learning Outcomes Code of PLOs aligned with program Teaching Strategies Assessment Methods 3.0 Values, autonomy, and responsibility 3.1 Apply professional responsibility and respect the compliance to work through small groups. I (V1 & V3) Clinical simulation (laboratory) Class/Group Discussion Oral Presentation Clinical Exam Oral Presentation rubric 3.2 Demonstrate self-learning & development. I (V1) 3.3 Work coherently and successfully as a part of a team in projects and assignments. C. Course Content No List of Topics Contact Hours 15. The Body as a Whole: ? Introduction and homeostatic mechanisms; Electrolyte and body fluids. ? Survival needs of the body. ? Physiology of Cells ;Transport across the cell membrane Lab safety. 4 16. Communication, Control, and Integration: ? Properties of neurons; Action potential, synaptic transmission & chemical transmission. Mechanism of muscle contraction. 4 3. Peripheral Nervous System: Autonomic nervous system. 4 4. Transportation and Defense: ? Blood Physiology; plasma, RBCs, platelets. ? Hemostasis. ? Blood groups ? Hemoglobin estimation. ? Hematocrit value (PCV) ESR, Bleeding time & clotting time 8 5. Physiology of the Cardiovascular System: ? Conducting system. ? Heart rate. ? Cardiac cycle. ? ECG, cardiac output. ? Venous return and Blood pressure. ? Arterial Pulse (comment on radial pulse). ? Measurement of blood pressure. Heart sounds. 8 6. Respiration: ? Mechanism of breathing, Cycle of breathing. ? Lung volumes & capacities /evaluation of pulmonary function tests. ? Transport of gases in blood. ? Control of respiration. ? Breath sounds. ? Vital capacity test. ? Spirometry. Peak expiratory flow rate. 8 7. Excretion: 4 15 ? Physiology of the Kidney. ? Glomerular & tubular functions. Physical properties of urine. 8. Endocrine System: ? Hypothalamus gland. ? Pituitary gland. ? Thyroid gland. ? Parathyroid gland & Calcium homeostasis. ? Suprarenal gland. ? Pancreatic islets hormones & diabetes mellitus. Sex hormones. 4 9. Digestive system: ? Physiology of the Digestive System. ? Oral digestion, saliva & swallowing. ? Gastric & intestinal digestion. ? Pancreatic secretions. Physiology of the bile. 4 10. Communication, Control, and Integration: Central Nervous System; ? Brain; structure & functions. ? Spinal cord; structure & functions. Cranial and spinal nerves. 4 11. Temperature regulation: ? Normal body temperature. ? Mechanisms of thermoregulation. ? Control of temperature regulation. Pathogenesis of fever. 4 12. Revision 4 Total 60 D. Students Assessment Activities No Assessment Activities * Assessment timing (in week no) Percentage of Total Assessment Score 6. Quizzes Throughout the Semester 15 % 7. Assignment Week 10 5% 8. Midterm Theoretical Exam Week 8 20% 4. Final Practical Exam Week 16 20% 5. Final Theoretical Exam Week 17 40% Total 100% *Assessment Activities (i.e., Written test, oral test, oral presentation, group project, essay, etc.) E. Learning Resources and Facilities 1. References and Learning Resources Essential References Anne Waugh and Allison Grant. Ross and Wilson "Anatomy & Physiology" in Health and Illness, last Edition. United Kingdom. CHIRCHIL LIVINGSTONE. ELSEVIER. Supportive References Elaine N. Marieb. "Essentials of Human Anatomy &Physiology". Last Edition.San Francisco. Darly Fox. Electronic Materials Online data base and websites Other Learning Materials ? Selected films/video clips ? Blackwell-synergy database ? CINAHL data base for physiology OVID data base 2. Required Facilities and equipment Items Resources facilities (Classrooms, laboratories, exhibition rooms, simulation rooms, etc.) ? Lecture Rooms ? laboratory Technology equipment (projector, smart board, software) ? Data show ? Smart Board ? Computers with Internet and Blackboard access Other equipment (depending on the nature of the specialty) ? Materials/Equipment F. Assessment of Course Quality Assessment Areas/Issues Assessor Assessment Methods Effectiveness of teaching Peer Reviewer Direct Effectiveness of Students’ assessment Faculty Direct (cross-check) Quality of learning resources Students Indirect (course evaluation) The extent to which CLOs have been achieved Course Coordinator Direct Other Assessors(Students, Faculty, Program Leaders, Peer Reviewer, Others (specify) Assessment Methods(Direct, Indirect) G. Specification Approval COUNCIL /COMMITTEE REFERENCE NO. DATE