Study Guide

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
• assess the structure, function and regulation of the organ systems of the human body and the factors affecting them
• explain the causation mechanisms of diseases and the changes caused by them in the body
• present the principles of microbiology and infection prevention in clinical nursing.

Implementation and methods of teaching

The Anatomy and Physiology course requires a lot of independent study. The studies are supported by optional lectures and mandatory functional ANFY workshops on campus. In the Moodle learning environment, learning is supported by various practice tasks and practice exams.

Timing and attendance

The course progresses according to the schedule announced in the course Moodle.

Mandatory attendance at functional ANFY workshops.

Learning material and recommended literature

Anatomy and Physiology:
Leppäluoto et al. Anatomy and Physiology, from structure to function, Sanoma Pro 2019
Material in the Moodle learning environment.

Microbiology:
Karhumäki E. et al. (2016 or newer). Microbes as a challenge in nursing.

Alternative completion methods

Anatomy and physiology can be remedied with equivalent university-level content.
Remediation must be completed within a maximum of one week of the course. If necessary, contact the course teachers by email (marika.harkonen@lab.fi or eija.viitala@lab.fi).

Exam retakes

Anatomy and Physiology: Retake exam dates will be announced during the course.

Learning environment

Anatomy and Physiology: Independent study, optional lectures on campus, ANFY workshops 1-2 on campus (in small groups), exams on campus.
Moodle platform.

Student time use and work load

Anfy and microbiology total 5x27h=135h

Contents

Anatomy and physiology (4 credits):
Cells, tissues, skin and blood
Cardiovascular system, nervous system
Respiratory system and gas exchange
Urinary excretion
Hormonal system, stress response, etc.
Central and peripheral nervous system, autonomic nervous system
Senses
Immune defense
Fluid, electrolyte and acid-base balances
Digestion
Structural basics of the musculoskeletal system

Microbiology (1 credit)

Assessment criteria

Cells and tissues take-home exam (pass/fail), midterm tests (pass/fail), anatomy and physiology exams 1 and 2 (0-5), microbiology exam (pass/fail).

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

Level 1 of the assessment criteria is not met.

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student is able to
-identify and explain the basic structures, functions and regulation of human organ systems

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student is able to:
-identify and explain, with justification, the basic structures, functions and regulation of human organ systems

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student is able to:
-recognize and expertly explain the basic structures, functions and regulation of human organ systems