Anatomy and Physiology 2 (5 cr)

Objective

The student is able to describe the structure of a nerve cell, formation, and conduction of a nerve impulse in a cell and to the next cell. The student explains the development of nervous system, the basic structure of the nervous system and core functions of different parts of the nervous system. The student describes in detail the central nerves of a lower extremity, their locations and innervations of the muscle groups and skin areas. The student describes the composition of blood and the physiological function. The student explains the core structures and functions of the circulatory system, lymphatic system, and respiratory system.

Content

-Nervous system developmental milestones
-Central nervous system structure, key functions: sensory, motor, and autonomic functions
-Principles of the peripheral nervous system
-Formation, location and innervation targets of lower extremity peripheral nerves
-Blood and circulatory system
-Lymphatic system
-Respiratory system

Materials

- Atlas of Anatomy (Thieme)
- Vierimaa, H. & Laurila, M.: Keho. Anatomia ja fysiologia.
- lecture handouts

Teaching methods

lecture, guided assignments

Exam schedules

Physiology exam 13.3.2024
Neuroanatomy exam 16.5.2024

Completion alternatives

N/A

Student workload

3 op hermostoa ja 2 op fysiologiaa.
5x27=135 h opiskelijan työtä.

Content scheduling

Aluksi fysiologian osuus, sitten keskushermosto ja viimeisenä ääreishermosto.

Further information

N/A

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
The student is able to:
- display learning in core content
- use individual professional concepts correctly
- find information for a specific situation
- distinguish between non-theoretical and theoretical information
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
The student is able to:
- act in individual professional situations as instructed
- display learning in his professional field
- show that he has achieved the targets for core competence
RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
The student is able to:
- follow safety instructions
- display learning in the ethical principles of his professional field
- operate as a member of a student group

Assessment criteria, good (3)

PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
The student is able to:
- display an understanding of concepts and professional knowledge in the field
- assess and limit the amount of information needed
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
The student is able to:
- operate well in typical professional duties and contexts
- operate in a multicultural environment
RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
The student is able to:
- operate safely
- act according to professional ethics
- operate in a student group

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
The student is able to:
- use concepts and knowledge in his field systematically
- assess and use various information sources
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
The student is able to:
- apply professional information in professional assignments
- work in various duties in a variety of operating environments
- act independently and responsibly in professional contexts
RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
The student is able to:
- to take safety issues into consideration in his action
- argue his choices on the basis of professional ethics
- organise the activities of a group of students

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Failed
PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
- The student does not know or appreciate knowledge in the field sufficiently
- The student does not know or cannot use concepts in his field properly
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS,PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT
- The student's professional level is not properly developed
- The student is not acting in accordance with his training and guidance
RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION AND MANAGEMENT
- The student is not familiar with instructions related to professional safety or ethical principles
- The student withdraws from cooperation with others

Assessment methods and criteria

N/A

Qualifications

-

Further information

Recommended optional programme components
The student advisor will recommend optional programme components for each student based on their individual study plan.