LQB185 Anatomy and Physiology for Health Professionals
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| Unit code: | LQB185 |
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| Equivalent(s): | LSB182, LSB142, LQD185 |
| Credit points: | 12 |
| Timetable | Details in HiQ, if available |
| Availabilities |
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| CSP student contribution | $1,118 |
| Domestic tuition unit fee | $4,680 |
| International unit fee | $5,760 |
Unit Outline: Semester 1 2024, Gardens Point, Internal
| Unit code: | LQB185 |
|---|---|
| Credit points: | 12 |
| Equivalent: | LSB182, LSB142, LQD185 |
| Coordinators: | Simon Summers | simon.summers@qut.edu.au |
Overview
This introductory unit explores the structure (anatomy) and functions (physiology) of the human body, by providing students with opportunities to investigate the major organ systems necessary for life. A focus on medical language development will underpin the learning in this unit, where students will develop the ability to effectively communicate anatomy and physiology concepts in health care environments. This first-year unit provides the foundational knowledge of organ function in health to prepare students for more advanced units, such as LQB285 Pathophysiology for Health Professionals, which covers the processes of diseases relevant to the Australian National Health Priority Areas and students' development as health professionals.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:
- Describe the hierarchy of structural organisation that exists in the human body from tissues to organ systems.
- Identify the major structures of the eleven organ systems of the human body using appropriate anatomical terminology.
- Analyse and interpret basic physiological measurements that underlie the functions of the eleven organ systems.
- Explain the complementary relationships that exist between organ structure and function of major organ systems and how each contributes to homeostasis and the maintenance of life.
- Effectively communicate knowledge of anatomy and physiology concepts in health care contexts.
Content
Foundational concepts in anatomy and physiology underpinning the following:
- Cells and primary tissues; structural organisation of human body and introduction to anatomical terminology; tissue and organ changes across the lifespan
- Cardiovascular system
- Lymphatic system
- Respiratory system
- Urinary system
- Digestive system
- Nervous system
- Endocrine system
- Reproductive system
- Skeletal system
- Muscular system
- Integumentary system
Learning Approaches
As future health professionals, this unit will engage you in learning by contextualising anatomy and physiology theory into clinical practice. The unit is organised into a series of learning modules that explore how the body functions to achieve good health and homeostatic regulation. You will be provided with opportunities to apply your knowledge and develop appropriate communication and problem-solving skills in a healthcare environment. Online recorded lectures and modules will allow you to build your medical vocabulary and understanding of key concepts. The practical sessions will complement these lectures and modules by providing an environment in which you can visualise three-dimensional representations of organs and participate in animal and human tissue demonstrations to gain an understanding of the anatomical relationships and tissue composition that form the basis of organ function. Activities in the practical sessions are organised to encourage you to collaborate with your peers and practice communicating in a health setting. Materials available in the practical sessions will include microscopic preparations (histological sections) and anatomical models. They may also include embalmed human organs and prosections. You will conduct basic peer-to-peer physiological experiments (such as measuring respiratory and cardiac function), use collected physiological data to interpret clinical case scenarios, and communicate your findings in small student teams. Self-directed learning will be encouraged by giving you access to online resources and exercises in your teaching and learning manual; for example, you will be encouraged to complete a series of weekly, online quizzes on Canvas. These will reflect the content and provide formative feedback on your understanding and progress.
Feedback on Learning and Assessment
Feedback on your work will be provided to you in the following ways:
- Weekly class discussions relating to questions in laboratory manual.
- Immediate feedback upon completion of formative online quizzes.
- Feedback from teaching team and peers in laboratory sessions.
Assessment
Overview
To enable you to determine whether you are meeting the unit learning outcomes, weekly formative assessment will be provided via Canvas. This will provide a mechanism for you to regularly evaluate your understanding of the subject matter.
This unit has three summative assessments. The first assessment is a practical exam. This assessment is designed to examine your knowledge of anatomical structures and ability to effectively collect, analyse, and communicate physiological data in a health care context. The second assessment is a progress theory exam designed to provide you with feedback on all aspects of your learning in the first part of semester and help prepare you for the final theory examination. The third assessment is a final theory exam that will enable you to demonstrate your understanding of human anatomy and physiology that was studied over the whole of the semester.
Unit Grading Scheme
7- point scale
Assessment Tasks
Assessment: Practical exam
Examines your understanding of major anatomical structures and the functions of organ systems, including the interpretation of physiological data in a health care context. You will receive three problem solving tasks delivered during practical classes (non-invigilated assessment). These tasks will require you to reflect on your knowledge of anatomy and physiology and answer questions related to real world scenarios. Specifically, acting as a healthcare worker, you will be required to critically evaluate patient data and answer questions relating to this data. Your response to these questions should demonstrate sufficient knowledge needed to effectively communicate anatomy and physiology content with healthcare professionals (e.g., nurses, allied health and doctors), and relevant non-medical people. Your participation during these practical classes will also be assessed.
Assessment: Progress Theory Examination
Examines your understanding of foundational concepts in anatomy and physiology. Question types will include multiple choice and short-answer questions.
Assessment: Final Theory Examination
Examines your understanding of foundational concepts in anatomy and physiology including the interpretation of relevant clinical information. Question types will include multiple choice and short-answer questions.
Academic Integrity
Students are expected to engage in learning and assessment at QUT with honesty, transparency and fairness. Maintaining academic integrity means upholding these principles and demonstrating valuable professional capabilities based on ethical foundations.
Failure to maintain academic integrity can take many forms. It includes cheating in examinations, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion, and submitting an assessment item completed by another person (e.g. contract cheating). It can also include providing your assessment to another entity, such as to a person or website.
You are encouraged to make use of QUT’s learning support services, resources and tools to assure the academic integrity of your assessment. This includes the use of text matching software that may be available to assist with self-assessing your academic integrity as part of the assessment submission process.
Further details of QUT’s approach to academic integrity are outlined in the Academic integrity policy and the Student Code of Conduct. Breaching QUT’s Academic integrity policy is regarded as student misconduct and can lead to the imposition of penalties ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.
Requirements to Study
Costs
Cost of lab gowns and safety protection glasses are the students responsibility.
Resources
Please check your unit Canvas site for campus specific information on PPE requirements.
Resource Materials
Prescribed text(s)
LQB185 Learning and Teaching Manual (updated annually), QUT publishing.
Recommended text(s)
Tortora GJ and Derickson BH. Principles of Anatomy and Physiology. Wiley.
Please wait to purchase this text until we have discussed your options during week one classes.
Safety and protective equipment
Personal protective equipment:
Laboratory classes will require the following PPE supplied by each student:
1. Laboratory Gown - Rear fastening 100% cotton or polyester/cotton mix
2. Fully enclosed non-slip shoes
3. Safety eye protection glasses - selected and used in accordance with Australian Safety Standards
Risk Assessment Statement
This unit includes a laboratory component. In order that you become proficient in necessary practical skills, you will be trained in the handling of equipment, materials and specimens normally associated with this discipline. You are required to view a Health & Safety Induction video and complete an online health and safety quiz prior to being permitted into the laboratory, to access please follow this link Health & Safety Induction. A passing score of 10/10 is required and will be checked prior to entry to the first laboratory session. You may repeat the quiz until this score is achieved. You are also referred to the Faculty of Health's Health & Safety Web Site for further information.
This unit includes a laboratory component that involves the observation and handling of human donor material, including skeletal material, prosected regional anatomical specimens, and/or potted pathology specimens. Viewing and handling human donor material in this unit is voluntary; should you have any personal objections or cultural sensitivities to undertaking this activity you may choose not to participate in laboratory demonstrations that incorporate this material.
In order that you become proficient in necessary practical skills, you will be trained in the handling of equipment, materials and specimens normally associated with this discipline. You will be required to review a series of online induction resources and material specific to this unit including the General Gardens Point Laboratory Practice and Cadaver Preparedness online resources, and successfully complete an online quiz associated with each of these inductions, before being allowed access to the laboratory. You are required to adhere to the safety requirements outlined in this material, and exhibit professional and ethical conduct at all times when accessing human donor material. Check your Canvas site for information on how to access the induction and quizzes, and complete the student declaration of compliance.
If you have an underlying health condition or have any concerns in viewing and/or handling human donor material you are encouraged to consult the unit coordinator, as you may be required to take additional precautions on occasions or be offered alternative learning experiences.
Standards/Competencies
This unit is designed to support your development of the following standards\competencies.
Registered Nurse Standards for Practice
1: Thinks critically and analyses nursing practice.
- The RN accesses, analyses, and uses the best available evidence, that includes research findings, for safe, quality practice
Relates to: Practical exam, Progress Theory Examination
2: Engages in therapeutic and professional relationships.
- The RN communicates effectively, and is respectful of a person’s dignity, culture, values, beliefs and rights
Relates to: Final Theory Examination - The RN provides support and directs people to resources to optimise health-related decisions
Relates to: Final Theory Examination - The RN actively fosters a culture of safety and learning that includes engaging with health professionals and others, to share knowledge and practice that supports person-centred care
Relates to: Final Theory Examination
4: Comprehensively conducts assessments.
- The RN uses a range of assessment techniques to systematically collect relevant and accurate information and data to inform practice
Relates to: Practical exam, Progress Theory Examination
Course Learning Outcomes
This unit is designed to support your development of the following course/study area learning outcomes.NS42 Bachelor of Nursing
- Apply scientific knowledge and skills from nursing and related disciplines to the provision of safe, person-centred, evidence-based nursing care across the lifespan
Relates to: Practical exam, Progress Theory Examination, Final Theory Examination - Apply critical thinking, clinical reasoning, and digital literacy skills to make evidence- based decisions and evaluate outcomes
Relates to: Practical exam, Progress Theory Examination, Final Theory Examination
Unit Outline: Semester 2 2024, Gardens Point, Internal
| Unit code: | LQB185 |
|---|---|
| Credit points: | 12 |
| Equivalent: | LSB182, LSB142, LQD185 |
| Coordinators: | Jisoo Yoon | jisoo.yoon@qut.edu.au |
Overview
This introductory unit explores the structure (anatomy) and functions (physiology) of the human body, by providing students with opportunities to investigate the major organ systems necessary for life. A focus on medical language development will underpin the learning in this unit, where students will develop the ability to effectively communicate anatomy and physiology concepts in health care environments. This first-year unit provides the foundational knowledge of organ function in health to prepare students for more advanced units, such as LQB285 Pathophysiology for Health Professionals, which covers the processes of diseases relevant to the Australian National Health Priority Areas and students' development as health professionals.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:
- Describe the hierarchy of structural organisation that exists in the human body from tissues to organ systems.
- Identify the major structures of the eleven organ systems of the human body using appropriate anatomical terminology.
- Analyse and interpret basic physiological measurements that underlie the functions of the eleven organ systems.
- Explain the complementary relationships that exist between organ structure and function of major organ systems and how each contributes to homeostasis and the maintenance of life.
- Effectively communicate knowledge of anatomy and physiology concepts in health care contexts.
Content
Foundational concepts in anatomy and physiology underpinning the following:
- Cells and primary tissues; structural organisation of human body and introduction to anatomical terminology; tissue and organ changes across the lifespan
- Cardiovascular system
- Lymphatic system
- Respiratory system
- Urinary system
- Digestive system
- Nervous system
- Endocrine system
- Reproductive system
- Skeletal system
- Muscular system
- Integumentary system
Learning Approaches
As future health professionals, this unit will engage you in learning by contextualising anatomy and physiology theory into clinical practice. The unit is organised into a series of learning modules that explore how the body functions to achieve good health and homeostatic regulation. You will be provided with opportunities to apply your knowledge and develop appropriate communication and problem-solving skills in a healthcare environment. Online recorded lectures and modules will allow you to build your medical vocabulary and understanding of key concepts. The practical sessions will complement these lectures and modules by providing an environment in which you can visualise three-dimensional representations of organs and participate in animal and human tissue demonstrations to gain an understanding of the anatomical relationships and tissue composition that form the basis of organ function. Activities in the practical sessions are organised to encourage you to collaborate with your peers and practice communicating in a health setting. Materials available in the practical sessions will include microscopic preparations (histological sections) and anatomical models. They may also include embalmed human organs and prosections. You will conduct basic peer-to-peer physiological experiments (such as measuring respiratory and cardiac function), use collected physiological data to interpret clinical case scenarios, and communicate your findings in small student teams. Self-directed learning will be encouraged by giving you access to online resources and exercises in your teaching and learning manual; for example, you will be encouraged to complete a series of weekly, online quizzes on Canvas. These will reflect the content and provide formative feedback on your understanding and progress.
Feedback on Learning and Assessment
Feedback on your work will be provided to you in the following ways:
- Weekly class discussions relating to questions in laboratory manual.
- Immediate feedback upon completion of formative online quizzes.
- Feedback from teaching team and peers in laboratory sessions.
Assessment
Overview
To enable you to determine whether you are meeting the unit learning outcomes, weekly formative assessment will be provided via Canvas. This will provide a mechanism for you to regularly evaluate your understanding of the subject matter.
This unit has three summative assessments. The first assessment is a practical exam. This assessment is designed to examine your knowledge of anatomical structures and ability to effectively collect, analyse, and communicate physiological data in a health care context. The second assessment is a progress theory exam designed to provide you with feedback on all aspects of your learning in the first part of semester and help prepare you for the final theory examination. The third assessment is a final theory exam that will enable you to demonstrate your understanding of human anatomy and physiology that was studied over the whole of the semester.
Unit Grading Scheme
7- point scale
Assessment Tasks
Assessment: Practical exam
Examines your understanding of major anatomical structures and the functions of organ systems, including the interpretation of physiological data in a health care context. You will receive three problem solving tasks delivered during practical classes (non-invigilated assessment). These tasks will require you to reflect on your knowledge of anatomy and physiology and answer questions related to real world scenarios. Specifically, acting as a healthcare worker, you will be required to critically evaluate patient data and answer questions relating to this data. Your response to these questions should demonstrate sufficient knowledge needed to effectively communicate anatomy and physiology content with healthcare professionals (e.g., nurses, allied health and doctors), and relevant non-medical people. Your participation during these practical classes will also be assessed.
Assessment: Progress Theory Examination
Examines your understanding of foundational concepts in anatomy and physiology. Question types will include multiple choice and short-answer questions.
Assessment: Final Theory Examination
Examines your understanding of foundational concepts in anatomy and physiology including the interpretation of relevant clinical information. Question types will include multiple choice and short-answer questions.
Academic Integrity
Students are expected to engage in learning and assessment at QUT with honesty, transparency and fairness. Maintaining academic integrity means upholding these principles and demonstrating valuable professional capabilities based on ethical foundations.
Failure to maintain academic integrity can take many forms. It includes cheating in examinations, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion, and submitting an assessment item completed by another person (e.g. contract cheating). It can also include providing your assessment to another entity, such as to a person or website.
You are encouraged to make use of QUT’s learning support services, resources and tools to assure the academic integrity of your assessment. This includes the use of text matching software that may be available to assist with self-assessing your academic integrity as part of the assessment submission process.
Further details of QUT’s approach to academic integrity are outlined in the Academic integrity policy and the Student Code of Conduct. Breaching QUT’s Academic integrity policy is regarded as student misconduct and can lead to the imposition of penalties ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.
Requirements to Study
Costs
Cost of lab gowns and safety protection glasses are the students responsibility.
Resources
Please check your unit Canvas site for campus specific information on PPE requirements.
Resource Materials
Prescribed text(s)
LQB185 Learning and Teaching Manual (updated annually), QUT publishing.
Recommended text(s)
Tortora GJ and Derickson BH. Principles of Anatomy and Physiology. Wiley.
Please wait to purchase this text until we have discussed your options during week one classes.
Safety and protective equipment
Personal protective equipment:
Laboratory classes will require the following PPE supplied by each student:
1. Laboratory Gown - Rear fastening 100% cotton or polyester/cotton mix
2. Fully enclosed non-slip shoes
3. Safety eye protection glasses - selected and used in accordance with Australian Safety Standards
Risk Assessment Statement
This unit includes a laboratory component. In order that you become proficient in necessary practical skills, you will be trained in the handling of equipment, materials and specimens normally associated with this discipline. You are required to view a Health & Safety Induction video and complete an online health and safety quiz prior to being permitted into the laboratory, to access please follow this link Health & Safety Induction. A passing score of 10/10 is required and will be checked prior to entry to the first laboratory session. You may repeat the quiz until this score is achieved. You are also referred to the Faculty of Health's Health & Safety Web Site for further information.
This unit includes a laboratory component that involves the observation and handling of human donor material, including skeletal material, prosected regional anatomical specimens, and/or potted pathology specimens. Viewing and handling human donor material in this unit is voluntary; should you have any personal objections or cultural sensitivities to undertaking this activity you may choose not to participate in laboratory demonstrations that incorporate this material.
In order that you become proficient in necessary practical skills, you will be trained in the handling of equipment, materials and specimens normally associated with this discipline. You will be required to review a series of online induction resources and material specific to this unit including the General Gardens Point Laboratory Practice and Cadaver Preparedness online resources, and successfully complete an online quiz associated with each of these inductions, before being allowed access to the laboratory. You are required to adhere to the safety requirements outlined in this material, and exhibit professional and ethical conduct at all times when accessing human donor material. Check your Canvas site for information on how to access the induction and quizzes, and complete the student declaration of compliance.
If you have an underlying health condition or have any concerns in viewing and/or handling human donor material you are encouraged to consult the unit coordinator, as you may be required to take additional precautions on occasions or be offered alternative learning experiences.
Standards/Competencies
This unit is designed to support your development of the following standards\competencies.
Registered Nurse Standards for Practice
1: Thinks critically and analyses nursing practice.
- The RN accesses, analyses, and uses the best available evidence, that includes research findings, for safe, quality practice
Relates to: Practical exam, Progress Theory Examination
2: Engages in therapeutic and professional relationships.
- The RN communicates effectively, and is respectful of a person’s dignity, culture, values, beliefs and rights
Relates to: Final Theory Examination - The RN provides support and directs people to resources to optimise health-related decisions
Relates to: Final Theory Examination - The RN actively fosters a culture of safety and learning that includes engaging with health professionals and others, to share knowledge and practice that supports person-centred care
Relates to: Final Theory Examination
4: Comprehensively conducts assessments.
- The RN uses a range of assessment techniques to systematically collect relevant and accurate information and data to inform practice
Relates to: Practical exam, Progress Theory Examination
Course Learning Outcomes
This unit is designed to support your development of the following course/study area learning outcomes.NS42 Bachelor of Nursing
- Apply scientific knowledge and skills from nursing and related disciplines to the provision of safe, person-centred, evidence-based nursing care across the lifespan
Relates to: Practical exam, Progress Theory Examination, Final Theory Examination - Apply critical thinking, clinical reasoning, and digital literacy skills to make evidence- based decisions and evaluate outcomes
Relates to: Practical exam, Progress Theory Examination, Final Theory Examination