Human Physiology with Elements of Clinical Physiology 1655-Lek12FIZJ-J

The aim of the Physiology course is to familiarize students with the physiological processes and mechanisms responsible for the homeostasis of the human body. Lectures on Physiology are intended to present and consolidate knowledge of the basics of physiology: acquiring basic knowledge of the physiology of the nervous system. The student will become acquainted with the basic mechanisms of nerve cell functioning, will learn about the properties of the nerve cell's cell membrane and its role in the genesis of the resting potential and action potential as well as synaptic transmission. Lectures on Physiology also aim to present and consolidate knowledge of the basics of physiology: acquiring basic knowledge of the physiology of the circulatory system, internal secretion, urinary and digestive system and acid-base balance. The student will also learn about water and electrolyte management, kidney physiology and intrarenal regulation mechanisms. The student will also gain knowledge about hemostatic mechanisms and the effects of hemostatic disorders. Additionally, you will gain knowledge about the regulation of the digestive system and its physiology.
The exercises are laboratory in nature and are partially related to the issues discussed during lectures. The student will learn about the importance of the appropriate composition of extracellular fluid in the formation and transmission of information in the nervous system and the operation of chemical and electrical synapses. Then the student will learn the mechanism of skeletal muscle contraction, types of contraction and mechanisms regulating the force of contraction of these muscles. At the end of the physiology course, the student will become familiar with the neurobiological basis of reflexes and the operation of the movement control system. The student will also gain knowledge about the impact of environmental factors on the functioning of the respiratory system and the importance of spirometry in assessing the functioning of the respiratory system. The aim of the exercises is also to become familiar with ECG examination, blood pressure measurement, as well as functional changes occurring in the circulatory system as a result of changes in body position and after dynamic and static physical exercise. The student will also gain knowledge of the physiology of the hematopoietic system and basic blood laboratory parameters. The student will become familiar with the mechanisms of glomerular filtration, intrarenal regulation, and the mechanisms of action of hormones influencing the volume, concentration and composition of urine. He will also become acquainted with the mechanism of action of buffers and acid-base management, and their importance in body homeostasis. The aim of the exercises is also to learn the mechanism of action of hormones and the consequences of hormonal disorders. Additionally, you will learn about the course and regulation of reproductive functions in women and men. During classes on the physiology of the digestive system, he will learn about the operation of enzymes involved in digestion, the mechanism of hydrochloric acid production in the stomach, the role of bile, and the course of absorption of digestion products. In addition, he will become acquainted with the types of metabolic changes. The analysis of energy balance and neurohormonal mechanisms of body weight control will help to understand the principles of proper nutrition and the elimination of erroneous behaviors leading to metabolic disorders and the so-called lifestyle diseases. During the seminar classes, the student will learn the basics of neurophysiology with elements of pathophysiology.

Total student workload

1. The workload related to classes requiring the direct participation of academic teachers is: - participation in lectures: 55 hours - participation in laboratory exercises: 100 hours - completion of the assessment: 8 hours - conducting the exam: 2 hours The workload related to classes requiring the direct participation of academic teachers is 165 hours, which corresponds to 6.11 ECTS points. 2. Balance of student workload: - participation in lectures: 55 hours - participation in laboratory exercises: 100 hours - preparation for exercises (including reading the indicated literature: 50 hours - writing reports on exercises: 10 hours - preparation for and passing the exam: 72+8= 80 hours - exam preparation and exam: 28+2=30 hours The total student workload is 325 hours, which corresponds to 12 ECTS points. 3. Balance of workload related to the implementation of learning outcomes in medical simulation conditions (group B): not applicable. 4. Balance of workload related to the implementation of learning outcomes related to medical communication: not applicable.

Learning outcomes - knowledge

W1:Describes the mechanisms responsible for maintaining water and electrolyte balance in the human body (B.W1, B.W20) W2: Knows and explains the methods of communication between cells and between the cell and the extracellular matrix as well as the signal transmission pathways in the cell (B.W16) W3: Explains the basics of excitation and conduction in the nervous system and higher nervous activities, as well as the physiology of striated and smooth muscles (B.W16, B.W19) W4: Knows and explains the activities and mechanisms of regulation of all organs and systems of the human body and the relationships between them (B.W20) W5: Knows the basic quantitative parameters describing the performance of individual systems and organs, including normal ranges and demographic factors influencing the value of these parameters (B.W22) W6: Explains the consequences of improper nutrition, including vitamin and mineral deficiency, long-term starvation, eating too large meals and using an unbalanced diet, as well as disorders of digestion and absorption of digestive products (B.W20, C.W39, C.W40) W7: Knows the course and explains the role of metabolic changes taking place in organs (B.W15)

Learning outcomes - skills

U1: Is able to perform simple functional tests assessing the human body as a stable regulation system (static and dynamic exercise tests) (B.U7) U2: Is able to interpret numerical data regarding basic physiological variables (B.U7)

Learning outcomes - social competencies

K1: Recognizes own limitations and self-assesses educational deficits and needs (K_K05) K2: Uses objective sources of information (K_K07) K3: Formulates appropriate conclusions from own measurements or observations (K_K08)

Teaching methods

Lectures: • problem lecture with multimedia presentation • informative lecture (conventional) Laboratory exercises: • laboratory • observations • classical problem-based exercise method • discussion • show

Prerequisites

A student starting education in the subject of Physiology should have basic knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the nervous system, circulation, respiratory system, digestive system, endocrine system and the physiology of the kidney and blood

Course coordinators

Wojciech Kaźmierczak

Assessment criteria

Written entry ticket (≥55%): W1-W7
Exercise report (≥60%): W1- W7, U1, U2
Written test (≥60%): W1-W7, U2.
Prolonged observation (>50%): K1-K3
Theoretical exam (( ≥60%): W1-W7, U2

The condition for taking the exam is to obtain 55% of correct answers from all entrance exams (this percentage is calculated separately for each block of classes) and a positive grade from all tests.

Practical placement

none

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