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Module Specifications
Archived Version 2008 - 2009
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In this module the student will develop an understanding of the structure and function of cardio-respiratory, renal and gastrointestinal system and will apply this knowledge to demonstrate the role of these systems in the maintenance of homeostasis in the healthy individual.
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In this module the student will be able to:Functionally label the relevant anatomical structures within each system.Develop an understanding of the cardio-respiratory and renal anatomy and physiology in a healthy individual.Illustrate an understanding of fluid, electrolyte and acid-base balance.Understand the inter-relationship between the three systems in the maintenance of homeostasis.Begin to utilise knowledge to explain homeostatic imbalance as the result of various diseases and conditions.Demonstrate application of knowledge.Demonstrate an understanding of the various tests required to measure cardio-respiratory and renal function.Acquire a foundation for the Intervention of Nursing Practice 1 module.
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Assume that a 5 credit module load represents approximately 75 hours' work, which includes all teaching, in-course assignments, laboratory work or other specialised training and an estimated private learning time associated with the module. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Anatomy of the cardio-respiratory and renal system.Blood.Cardiovascular system: Circulation of blood, cardiac muscles and the cardiac conduction system, electrocardiogram and cardiac cycle and cardiac output.Blood vessels and haemodynamics: Capillary exchange, haemodynamics, control of blood pressure and blood flow, shock and homeostasis and evaluating circulation.The respiratory system: pulmonary ventilation, lung volumes and capacities, exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide, transport of carbon dioxide in the blood, regulation of respiration and evaluation of respiratory function.The renal system: renal physiology, glomerular filtration, principles of tubular re-absorption and secretion and evaluation of kidney function.Fluid, electrolyte and acid base balance: Fluid compartments and fluid balance, electrolytes in body fluid, electrolyte balance and, acid-base balance and imbalances. Digestion and nutrition: Anatomy of the alimentary canal, digestion, absorption and nutrition. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Indicative Reading List | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Essential: Seeley, Stephens and Tate (2003) Anatomy and physiology International Edition McGraw-Hill Supplementary: Ross and Wilson (2006) Anatomy and Physiology in Health and Illness Elsevier Limited. Saladin KS (2003) Anatomy and physiology International Edition McGraw-Hill Sheir D, Butler J and Lewis R (2000) Hole’s essential of human anatomy and physiology International Edition McGraw-Hill Tortora G and Grabowski SR (2005) Principles of anatomy and physiology New York Harper Collins | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| BNCG | BSc in Children's & General Nursing | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| BNGN | BSc in Nursing (General) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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