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PARA1110 Anatomy and Physiology Course description

Course name in Norwegian
Anatomi og fysiologi
Weight
20.0 ECTS
Year of study
2018/2019
Course history
  • Introduction

    Basic knowledge of the structure and functions of the body, and the interaction between them is vital to working as a paramedic. This provides a basis for studying the structures and functions of and injuries to different organs. The course also provides knowledge about the body's normal physiological processes at rest, at work and during different types of physical and mental strain and loads.

  • Required preliminary courses

    Admission to the programme.

  • Learning outcomes

    After completing the course, the student is expected to have achieved the following learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills and general competence:

    Knowledge

    The student

    • has broad knowledge of the normal physiological functions of different organ systems and the body as a whole, and the principles for management and control of different bodily processes
    • is capable of giving an account of the structure and function of cells and tissue
    • is capable of giving an account of the structure and function of the respiratory system
    • is capable of giving an account of the structure and function of the circulation system
    • is capable of giving an account of the structure and function of the nervous system
    • is capable of giving an account of the structure and function of the skeleton and muscles
    • is capable of giving an account of the structure and function of the kidneys and urinary tract
    • is capable of giving an account of the structure and function of the digestive system
    • is capable of giving an account of the structure of the endocrine system, its function and interaction with other organ systems
    • is capable of giving an account of the body's temperature regulation
    • is capable of giving an account of the function of the immune system and the composition and function of the blood
    • is capable of giving an account of the acid-base balance
    • is familiar with the structure and function of the skin
    • is capable of giving an account of the structure and function of the senses
    • is familiar with the reproductive system and its function

    Skills

    The student

    • knows how to palpate and identify anatomical structures on the surface of the body
    • is capable of recognising the organs by their size, shape and position in the body
    • is capable of identifying all large bones and joints
    • is capable of demonstrating how to observe and assess respiration, and measure blood sugar and temperature
    • is capable of using practical procedures to observe a patient's physiological condition
    • is capable of demonstrating how to take a pulse, measure blood pressure, oxygen saturation, capnography, blood sugar, temperature, stethoscopy, connect an ECG and assess peripheral circulation
    • is familiar with indications for and the use of relevant monitoring equipment
    • is familiar with relevant monitoring equipment's limitations and sources of error

    General competence

    The student

    • treats people with respect during examinations
    • is respectful when handling anatomical specimens
  • Teaching and learning methods

    The work and teaching methods vary between lectures, seminars, simulation and skills training, study groups and self-study. Some lectures will be held jointly for several of the health science programmes at the faculty.

    Practical training

    The students complete simulation and skills training in the use of technical medical equipment, including a blood pressure gauge, a stethoscope, electrocardiography (ECG) and monitoring equipment for determining the patient's physiological condition.

  • Course requirements

    The following required coursework must be approved before the student can take the exam:

    • minimum attendance of 90% at simulation and skills training
    • minimum attendance of 80% in study groups and seminars
  • Assessment

    Exam content: The learning outcomes

    Exam form: Supervised individual written exam, 6 hours

    Examiners: All papers are assessed by two examiners. A minimum of twenty per cent of the exam papers will be assessed by an external examiner. The external examiner's assessment shall benefit all the students.

    Assessment: Grade scale A'F

  • Permitted exam materials and equipment

    None.

  • Grading scale

    Gradert skala A-F

  • Examiners

    Alle besvarelser vurderes av to sensorer. Ekstern sensor vurderer minimum 20 prosent av besvarelsene. Ekstern sensors vurdering skal komme alle studentene til gode.