Physiology I & Lab

Catalog description

This medical physiology course addresses the functioning of the normal human body with particular consideration of clinical deviations from normal. The functioning of the following systems will be covered: the cardiovascular, renal, respiratory, gastrointestinal, nervous and endocrine systems as well as membranes, muscle, bone. Regulatory mechanisms and the contributions of each system to homeostasis are emphasized, as are integration with clinical conditions. The “laboratory” part of the course provides 1) an introduction to a variety of clinical measurements including some limited hands-on skill development, 2) group presentations of clinical cases with physiological underpinnings and 3) several patient/student cases for clinical problem-solving exercises. Prerequisites: None