Anatomy and Physiology 2: Spine and Thorax (5 ECTS)

Objective

The student can recognise and name the structures of the bones in the thorax in detail. They can name and explain the structures and functioning of the joints in the torso and neck. The student can recognise and name the torso muscles, describe their functioning with every joint and explain the basics of muscle innervation. The student is able to use foreign professional terminology. The student is able to combine anatomic knowledge with palpation and to locate muscles using muscle activation. The student self-assesses and develops their competence and learning methods.

Content

Bones of the thorax
Joints in the torso
Joints in the neck
Deep back and neck muscles
Neck muscles
Abdominal muscles
Respiratory muscles
Pelvic floor muscles
Palpation of bony landmarks
Muscle palpation
Examination of respiration

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Mastery of the subject matter is at least 50 % of what is asked.
Students use foreign professional concepts systematically.
Students identify anatomical structures and repeat their meaning.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Mastery of the subject matter is at least 70 % of what is asked.
Students expertly use foreign professional concepts.
Students identify and describe anatomical structures and discover connections between structure and function.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Mastery of the subject matter is at least 90 % of what is asked.
Students use widely and expertly foreign professional concepts for example when answering essay questions.
Students identify anatomical structures and explain their function by analyzing connections between structure and function.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Mastery of the subject matter is at least 50 % of what is asked.
Students use foreign professional concepts systematically.
Students identify anatomical structures and repeat their meaning.