This module is designed to provide knowledge and understanding of human anatomy and physiology and serve as a foundation for applying knowledge to the practice skills that will be acquired as part of the competences required in the Assistant Practitioner role.

An introductory overview of the structure, physiology and organisation within the human body. Exploring the lifespan development and healthcare needs from pre-natal to end of life.

Consideration of the body systems including, cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, musculoskeletal, endocrine, nervous, gastrointestinal, lymphatic, reproductive, integumentary system Consideration of the role of homeostasis in the physiology of the systems.

A 45 minute Multiple Choice Examination (addressing all LO's) 100% weighting

Additional Assessment Details (including formative feedback / assessment :)
Formative feedback will be given during class discussions, individual and/or group tutorials and seminars and regular class tests.

Formative assessment: Mock MCQ

IT facilities, Library

Contact Hours: (30)
26 hours - Lectures
4 hours - Group tutorials

Independent Study Hours: (120)
20 hours - Reading
40 hours - Blackboard
28 hours - Preparation for formative tasks
10 hours - Preparation for tutorials
22 hours - Preparation for summative examination

Must be enrolled on Foundation degree in Healthcare or Integrated Care Practice and have access to a health care or integrated care placement

Martini, F. H., Nath, J. L. and Bartholomew, E. F. (2011) Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology (9th Edition). Pearson Education
Waugh, A. and Grant, A. (2014) Ross & Wilson Anatomy & Physiology in Health and Illness (12th Edition). Elsevier Churchill Livingstone

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