Healthcare Physiology
| Module title | Healthcare Physiology |
|---|---|
| Module code | ISS1104 |
| Academic year | 2023/4 |
| Credits | 15 |
| Module staff | Dr Samuel Pollard (Convenor) |
| Duration: Term | 1 | 2 | 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration: Weeks | 3 weeks over July |
| Number students taking module (anticipated) | 15 |
|---|
Module description
This module will explore a range of fundamental concepts relating to systems physiology applied within the area of medicine and healthcare. You should expect a range of interactive lectures and practical workshops that explore the systems studied applied to medicine/ healthcare. Examples of such include a heart dissection, spirometry and general clinical skills on obtaining standard vitals (temperature. blood pressure, respiratory rate and heart rate). We will also have a problem-based learning session in which you will be presented with a clinical scenario, you discuss in small groups, create questions, conduct your own research and come back with knowledge on the areas you identified as a group.
Module aims - intentions of the module
The module will aim to provide the fundamental knowledge to generic homeostatic principles in the body, leading onto investigating systems such as neuroendocrine physiology, cardiovascular and respiratory physiology, and urinary physiology. These systems will all be explored with the primary application to health and disease, with the use of interactive and clinical skills-based workshops. We also aim to explore the link between physical and mental health, with the aim of promoting health and relieving the deleterious effects of stress.
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)
ILO: Module-specific skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 1. To explore and understand the fundamental concepts of important physiological systems in the human body which are linked to health and disease.
- 2. To apply important concepts of a range of physiological processes into a clinical context.
- 3. To understand the link between mental and physical health and how we aim to promote good health.
ILO: Discipline-specific skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 4. Demonstrate good laboratory practise, understanding of key concepts, competency and professional behaviour within teaching sessions
- 5. Critically appraise scientific information gained from multiple sources including text books, review articles, journals and websites.
ILO: Personal and key skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 6. Manage time, workload, ambiguity, change and stress effectively
- 7. Demonstrate professional competence in communicating effectively.
- 8. Demonstrate an ability to work as part of a team.
Syllabus plan
Whilst the module’s precise content may vary from year to year, an example of an overall structure is as follows:
Homeostatic principles – review negative and positivefeedback systems.
Neuroendocrine system – Gross anatomy and structure of key endocrine and peripheral nervous system, outline a number of key regulatory pathways i.e. heart rate regulation, blood glucose level. Common diseases that affect this system.
Cardiorespiratory system – Structure of the heart and blood vessels. Blood pressure and how it is regulated. Structure of the lungs and key processes of inspiration and expiration. Common diseases that effect this system.
Renal system – Structure of the kidneys/nephrons. Functions of the kidney. Reabsorption/excretion of filtrate labelled for urination.
Mental and physical health - wellbeing and health promotion, stress and health inequalities.
Learning activities and teaching methods (given in hours of study time)
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities | Guided independent study | Placement / study abroad |
|---|---|---|
| 30 | 120 | 0 |
Details of learning activities and teaching methods
| Category | Hours of study time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Scheduled learning and teaching activities | 7 (1X3hrs, 2X2hrs) | Workshops |
| Scheduled learning and teaching activities | 4 (2X2hrs) | Problem based learning (PBL) sessions |
| Scheduled learning and teaching activities | 16 (8X2hrs) | Lectures |
| Scheduled learning and teaching activities | 3 (1X3hrs) | Assessment - presentation |
| Guided Independent Study | 120 | Assessment, PBL prep, revision |
Formative assessment
| Form of assessment | Size of the assessment (eg length / duration) | ILOs assessed | Feedback method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Presentation | 5 minutes | 1-8 | Verbal |
Summative assessment (% of credit)
| Coursework | Written exams | Practical exams |
|---|---|---|
| 100 | 0 | 0 |
Details of summative assessment
| Form of assessment | % of credit | Size of the assessment (eg length / duration) | ILOs assessed | Feedback method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Presentation | 100 | 10 minutes | 1-8 | Written |
Details of re-assessment (where required by referral or deferral)
| Original form of assessment | Form of re-assessment | ILOs re-assessed | Timescale for re-assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Presentation | Presentation (100%) | 1-8 | Referral/Deferral period |
Indicative learning resources - Basic reading
All available online via library
- Human Physiology from Cells to Systems. Sherwood, L. (2016, 9th edition) Cengage Learning.
- Medical Sciences. Eds. Naish, J. and Syndercombe Court, D. (2014, 2nd edition) Elsevier
- Principles of Anatomy and Physiology. Tortora, G. and Derrickson, B. (2013, 14th edition). Wiley
Indicative learning resources - Web based and electronic resources
| Credit value | 15 |
|---|---|
| Module ECTS | 7.5 |
| Module pre-requisites | None |
| Module co-requisites | None |
| NQF level (module) | 4 |
| Available as distance learning? | No |
| Origin date | 15/04/2024 |
