Physiology studies the human vital functions and analyses he mechanisms through which the organism realizes ad maintains its internal homeostasis at molecular, cellular and tissue level in spite of the modification of the surrounding environment. The objective of the Course Human Physiology 1 will be to provide graduates with all the information necessary to understand, from a biophysical-quantitative point of view, the functioning of the various organs and systems of the body under normal conditions and their control by the nervous system central and autonomous and endocrine system. At the end of the course, the student will be able to: 1. describe the fundamental functional parameters that characterize the physiological conditions of cells, tissues and organs; 2. explain how cells and tissues work 3. use biophysical-quantitative tools (equations, graphs) to describe and analyze the physiological processes involved; 4. describe the correlations between structure, biophysical behavior and function of organs and systems. 5. describe the mechanisms underlying the coordinated and interactive functioning of several organs and systems 6. analyze the phenomena that lead to possible modifications of the quantitative and functional parameters as the organic conditions vary 7. discuss the topics dealt with clearly and using the appropriate technical language. 8. explain how the changes in functional balance found in physiological conditions lead to the onset of pathophysiological conditions of clinical interest for cells, tissues and organs.
Course Prerequisites
To be admitted to the final exam of Human Physiology it is necessary to possess a positive evaluation of the exam of Human Anatomy
Teaching Methods
The teaching takes place through lectures conducted by the teacher with the help of IT support materials. The student will be guided to the understanding of physiological processes through the presentation of images and general description schemes, accompanied by insights and explanations of biophysical-quantitative meaning made using graphs, equations and numerical examples that lead to the understanding of the functioning mechanisms of cells, tissues and organs. Students will be invited to speak during the lesson for any questions, further explanations and / or insights.
Assessment Methods
The assessment of the achievement of the objectives set by the Course provides for a final exam on all topics included in the program. The Physiology exam consists of a test performed by computer support (PC) comprising 20 multiple choice questions, to be answered in a time of 25 minutes. You pass the exam with a score equal to or greater than 18/30.
Contents
The Course will deal with the physiology and pathology of the following systems: Skeletal muscle and locomotion. Cardiac muscle. Vascular systemic circulation and lymphatic system. Pulmonary and coronary circulation. Control of cardiovascular function. Respiratory system, gas exchanges and transport. Nervous and chemical control of respiratory function. Renal system and regulation of volume and osmoticity in extracellular body fluids. Acid-base equilibrium. Metabolism. Thermoregulation. Digestive system. Endocrine system.
Course Language
ITALIAN
More information
The teacher receives students by appointment fixed by e-mail address: andrea.moriondo@uninsubria.it