This course is the first part of two courses in anatomy and physiology for nursing students. It provides a fundamental knowledge of the structure and function of the human body, enabling students’ understanding of normal body structure, and functioning of different organ systems of the human body. The course includes a study of Anatomy terminology, basic cellular principles, tissues, and organ systems, with emphasis on integumentary system, muscular system, skeletal system, nervous system, and endocrine system. Nursing care related to diseases and disorder of concepts is presented through lab experiences.
Prerequisites
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