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FALL 2008
Syllabus for
Course:
NSG104 BODY STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION
4 credit hours (64 hrs lecture)
10am – 11pm; MTWTh
Room 128
Prerequisite:
Admission to Practical Nursing Program
Faculty:
Charla Hollin, R.N.
Office Hours:
Monday - Thursday 8:00am – 9:00am; 11:00am-12:00pm and 1:00pm – 3:00pm
or by appointment.
Required Textbook:
Adult Health Nursing, Christensen & Kockrow
Chapters 1-14
Course Description:
Course Objectives:
This course focuses on the anatomy and physiology of the human body in all its
systems--a foundation for understanding the principles of maintaining positive
health, as well as understanding the deviations from the normal.
Upon successful completion the student will be able to:
1. Define key terms
2. Identify anatomical terms
3. Define the difference between anatomy and physiology
4. Identify and define three major components of the cell
5. Discuss the stages of mitosis and explain the importance of cellular
reproduction
6. Differentiate between tissues, organs, and systems
7. Describe the four types of body tissues
8. Discuss the two types of epithelial membranes
9. List the eleven major organ systems of the body, describe the major functions
of each organ system, and identify the structures of each.
10. Differentiate between active and passive transport processes that act to move
substances through cell membranes and give two examples of each
11. List and discuss in order of increasing complexity the levels of organization
of the body
12. Describe the anatomical position
13. List and define the principal directional terms and sections used in describing
the body and the relationship of body parts to one another
14. List the abdominopelvic quadrants
15. Discuss the primary functions of the integumentary system
16. Describe the differences between the epidermis and dermis
17. Discuss the functions of the three major glands located in the skin
18. List the five basic functions of the skeletal system
19. List the two division of the skeleton
20. Describe the location of major bones of the skeleton
21. Describe three vital functions muscles perform when they contract
22. Describe the location of the major muscles of the body
23. List the types of body movement
24. List each of the component parts of the GI system and identify the accessory
organs of digestion
25. Discuss the function of each digestive and accessory organ
26. Describe the components of the blood
27. Differentiate between the functions of erythrocytes, leukocytes, and
thrombocytes
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Nature of the Course:
Discuss the several factors necessary for the formation of erythrocytes
Describe the blood clotting process
List the names of the basic blood groups
Describe the generalized functions of the lymphatic system and list the
primary lymphatic structures
Discuss the location, size, and position of the heart
Identify the chambers of the heart
List the functions of the chambers of the heart
Identify the valves of the heart and their location
Discuss the electrical conduction system that causes the cardiac muscle fibers
to contract
Explain what produces the two main heart sounds
Trace the path of blood through the coronary circulation
List and define the parts of the upper and lower respiratory tract
Describe the purpose of the respiratory system
Differentiate between external and internal respiration
List the ways in which oxygen and carbon dioxide are transported in the
blood
Discuss the mechanisms that regulate respirations
List the three processes involved in urine formation
Compare the normal components of urine to the abnormal components
Name three hormones and their influence on nephron function
List and describe the endocrine glands and their hormones
Explain the action of the hormones on their target organs
Describe ho the hypothalamus controls the anterior and posterior pituitary
glands
Discuss menstruation and the hormones necessary for a complete menstrual
cycle
List the major sense organs
Name the two structural divisions of the nervous system and give the
functions of each
List the parts of the neuron, and describe the function of each part
Name the 12 cranial nerves and list the areas they serve
This course will include primarily lecture, discussion, and questions.
Course Requirements:
Tests will be given each week on the information presented with a passing
grade being 80 %.
A missed exam must be made up on the first day the student returns to
class. 10 points will be deducted from exams taken late.
A final exam will be given at the end of the semester over all covered material
with a passing grade of 80 %.
Grading and Evaluation:
13 Exams
1 Final Exam
Grading scale is as follows:
A = 94 - 100 %
B = 87 - 93 %
C = 80 - 86 %
D = 70 - 79 %
Attendance Requirements:
Attendance requirements are outlined in the Practical Nursing Program
Student Policy Handbook
Course Outline:
Week 1
Week 2
Week 3
Week 4
Week 5
Week 6
Week 7
Week 8
EXAM: Pre-Test
Video:
Cell Duplication
Lecture:
Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology – Ch. 1
Study Groups: Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology – Ch. 1
LABOR DAY HOLIDAY
EXAM:
Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology – Ch. 1
Exam Review: Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology – Ch. 1
Video:
Skin Deep
Lecture:
Integumentary System – Ch. 3
Study Groups: Integumentary System – Ch. 3
EXAM:
Integumentary System – Ch. 3
Exam Review: Integumentary System – Ch. 3
Video:
Muscle Power
Lecture :
Muscular System – Ch. 4
Study Groups: Muscular System – Ch. 4
EXAM:
Muscular System – Ch. 4
Exam Review: Muscular System – Ch. 4
Video:
Moving Parts
Lecture:
Skeletal System – Ch. 4
Study Groups: Skeletal System – Ch. 4
EXAM:
Skeletal System – Ch. 4
Exam Review: Skeletal System – Ch. 4
Video:
Breakdown & Eating to Live
Lecture:
Gastrointestinal System – Ch. 5 & 6
Study Groups: Gastrointestinal System – Ch. 5 & 6
EXAM:
Gastrointestinal System – Ch. 5 & 6
Exam Review: Gastrointestinal System – Ch. 5 & 6
Video:
Life Under Pressure
Lecture:
Blood & Lymphatic Systems – Ch. 7
Study Groups: Blood & Lymphatic Systems – Ch. 7
EXAM:
Blood & Lymphatic Systems – Ch. 7
Exam Review: Blood & Lymphatic Systems – Ch. 7
Video:
Two Hearts That Beat As One
Lecture:
Cardiovascular System I – Ch. 8
Study Groups: Cardiovascular System I – Ch. 8
EXAM:
Cardiovascular System I – Ch. 8
Exam Review: Cardiovascular System I – Ch. 8
Lecture:
Cardiovascular System II – Ch. 8
Study Groups: Cardiovascular System II – Ch. 8
Week 9
Study Groups:
EXAM:
Exam Review:
Video:
Lecture:
Week 10 Study Groups:
EXAM:
Exam Review:
Video:
Lecture:
Week 11 Study Groups:
EXAM:
Exam Review:
Video:
Lecture:
Week 12 Study Groups:
EXAM:
Exam Review:
Video:
Lecture:
Week 13 Study Groups:
EXAM:
Exam Review:
Lecture:
Video:
Week 14 Study Groups:
EXAM:
Exam Review:
Video:
Lecture:
Week 15 Study Groups:
EXAM:
Exam Review:
EXAM:
Week 16 EXAM:
Cardiovascular System II – Ch. 8
Cardiovascular System II – Ch. 8
Cardiovascular System II – Ch. 8
Breath of Life
Respiratory System – Ch. 9
Respiratory System – Ch. 9
Respiratory System – Ch. 9
Respiratory System – Ch. 9
Water!
Urinary System – Ch. 10
Urinary System – Ch. 10
Urinary System – Ch. 10
Urinary System – Ch. 10
Messengers
Endocrine System – Ch. 11
Endocrine System – Ch. 11
Endocrine System – Ch. 11
Endocrine System – Ch. 11
Coming Together & Sharing in the Future
Reproductive System – Ch. 12
Reproductive System – Ch. 12
Reproductive System – Ch. 12
Reproductive System – Ch. 12
Eyes & Ears – Ch. 13
Eyes & Ears
Eyes & Ears – Ch. 13
Eyes & Ears – Ch. 13
Eyes & Ears – Ch. 13
Nerves at Work
Nervous System – Ch. 14
Nervous System – Ch. 14
Nervous System – Ch. 14
Nervous System – Ch. 14
Post-Test
FINAL EXAM
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