Human Movement and Functioning 3 (5 cr)

Objective

Students can describe the basic structure of nerve cells and tissue, as well as nerve impulses. They are able to identify the main structures of the central nervous system and explain their main tasks. The student can specify the basic features of motor regulation. Students can explain the main structural elements of the autonomic nervous system and its effects on the human body. Students are familiar with the main elements of the structure and function of the peripheral nervous system and its effects on the human body. Students are able to use foreign terminology related to the main structures. The student can describe the basics of energy metabolism and hormonal regulation of growth. Students are familiar with the risk factors and development of common respiratory, cardiovascular and metabolic diseases. The students are able to describe the examination and treatment protocols used in internal medicine. Students can explain the significance of medication in physiotherapy.

Content

Function of nerve tissue
Central nervous system
Basics of regulation of motor function in human mobility and functions
Autonomic nervous system
Peripheral nervous system
Diseases of the cardiovascular and respiratory system
Energy metabolism and hormonal regulation of growth
Metabolic disorders
Pharmacology

Location and time

N/A

Materials

1) Anatomy atlas, Latin nomenclature
2) Sand, O. 2011: Ihminen. Fysiologia ja anatomia. WSOYpro
3) Lecture hand-outs

Teaching methods

Interactive lecture, learning assignments, guided assignments, contact/remote teaching

Employer connections

N/A

Exam schedules

Exam:
CNS 7.2.2023
PNS .11.3.2024

International connections

N/A

Completion alternatives

N/A

Student workload

Student work 5x 27 h

Neuroanatomy and -physiology and palpation: 3 ECTS points

Parmagology 1 ECTS point
Internal medicine 1 ECTS point

Content scheduling

Neuroanatomy and physiology: 3 ECTS points
Pharmagology and internal medicine, participation to lectures and seminars

Further information

N/A

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Students analyse the relationships between appropriate core concepts as well as justify their choices using the knowledge base of their own professional field. They analyse the prerequisites and consequences of their own actions. Students act according to the rules and instructions given in their operating environment, and they use working methods appropriately and safely. Students work according to the professional ethics of their own field, and they act flexibly as group members.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Students use the appropriate core concepts as well as make choices using the knowledge base of their own professional field. They recognise the prerequisites and consequences of their own actions. Students’ actions follow the rules and instructions given, and they use working methods appropriately and safely. Students work according to the professional ethics of their own field, and they act responsibly as group members.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Students analyse and assess the relationships between appropriate core concepts as well as make choices using the knowledge base of their own professional field. They assess the prerequisites and consequences of their own actions. Students act initiatively and goal-orientedly in diverse operating environments, and they apply working methods appropriately and safely. Students work according to professional ethics in varied situations, and their functioning enhances group activities.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Students use the appropriate core concepts as well as make choices using the knowledge base of their own professional field. They recognise the prerequisites and consequences of their own actions. Students’ actions follow the rules and instructions given, and they use working methods appropriately and safely. Students work according to the professional ethics of their own field, and they act responsibly as group members.

Assessment methods and criteria

N/A

Qualifications

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