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Respiratory Module Syllabus Overview

1. The respiratory module syllabus covers anatomy, embryology, histology, physiology, biochemistry, microbiology, pathology, pharmacology, behavioral sciences, community medicine, clinical faculty, and radiology as they relate to the respiratory system. 2. Key topics include the anatomy of the lungs, thorax, pleura, and related structures; development of the respiratory system; histology of the lungs and related tissues; mechanics of respiration, gas exchange, and regulation; common respiratory infections and diseases; and use of diagnostic tests and treatments for respiratory conditions. 3. The syllabus aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the structure, function, and clinical aspects of the respiratory system through lectures, practical sessions

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Respiratory Module Syllabus Overview

1. The respiratory module syllabus covers anatomy, embryology, histology, physiology, biochemistry, microbiology, pathology, pharmacology, behavioral sciences, community medicine, clinical faculty, and radiology as they relate to the respiratory system. 2. Key topics include the anatomy of the lungs, thorax, pleura, and related structures; development of the respiratory system; histology of the lungs and related tissues; mechanics of respiration, gas exchange, and regulation; common respiratory infections and diseases; and use of diagnostic tests and treatments for respiratory conditions. 3. The syllabus aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the structure, function, and clinical aspects of the respiratory system through lectures, practical sessions

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RESPIRATORY MODULE SYLLABUS

ANATOMY
Overview of Thorax (Skeleton, wall, Outlet inlet)
General description of upper respiratory Tract & Lower Respiratory Tract
Functional organization of respiratory system + innervation
General Features + attachment of typical Ribs+Atypical Ribs
Thoracic muscles, Inter costal spaces
Sternum
Diaphragm (thoracic Outlet) Thoracic Movement with respiration (including involvement of abdominal
wall
Anatomy of Lungs
Vasculature of Lungs- bronchial & pulmonary + Lymphatic of thorax
Thoracic Cavity Division & Boundaries of Media stinum & Joints of thoracic cage
Thoracic inlet –Relations & Cross – sectional Anatomy
LYMPHATICS OF THORAX
Superior mediastinum and its contents (Arch of aorta,ligamentum arteriosum, Brachiocephalic
vein,Superior vena cava, Cardiac plexus,Trachea)
Anatomy Pleura
Contents of anterior Mediastinum (Thymus) + Posterior Mediastinum (Thoracic Aorta, Oesophagus
Azygous System)
Thoracic sympathetic trunk, Phrenic and vagus nerve, Thoracic duct.
Development of ribs & vertebrae
General features of vertebra+Curvatures of vertebral column
Thoracic vertebrae(typical + atypical)
Surface Anatomy of thorax

EMBRYOLOGY
Development of Body Cavities
Development of Respiratory System & its anomalies

HISTOLOGY
Respiratory Epithelium+ histology of larynx and trachea
Histology of Lungs
Histology of alveolar capillary membrane

PHYSIOLOGY
Functional organization of respiratory system+ innervation
Physiology Practical: Introduction to Power lab with respect to respiration
Mechanics of respiration
Lung Compliance
Pulmonary volume and capacities
Pulmonary circulation V/Q Relationship
Physiology Practical: Lung Vol & Capacities +PFT Recording of normal respiratory rate and relationship
b/w respiratory rate and pulse rate
Diffusion of gases
TRANSPORT OF OXYGEN AND OXYGEN-HEMOGLOBIN DISSOCIATION CURVE
Transport of Gases(O2-Hb dissociation curve)
Transport of CO2 in relation to physiology
Hypoxia & its type
Regulation of respiration CHEMICAL + NEURAL
Respiratory adjustment to exercise, high altitude and deep sea
Physiology Practical: = Effect of rebreathing on the respiratory rate and Pulse
Breathing Normal Respiration+Breathing & Heart Rate

BIOCHEMISTRY
Chemistry of inflammatory mediators in respiratory disorders
Respiratory control of acid base balance , Role Of Buffers In Hydrogen Ion Homeostasis
Role of Respiratory system for Acid Base balance _ in Acidosis and Alkalosis
METABOLISM OF PHOSPHOLIPID & ITS ROLE IN RDS

MICROBIOLOGY
Microbiology Zeihl Nelson staining
MYCOBACTERIUM TUBERCULOSIS

PATHOLOGY
Define asthma, pathogenesis, clinical manifestation, Define bronchiectasis, its etiology and
pathogenesis of bronchiectasis
Chronic Obstructive pulmonary disease ..Describe pathogenesis of bronchitis
Pathology practical : Microscopic images of asthma,emphysema,bronchitis &bronchiactesis
ACUTE RESPIRATORY DISTRESS SYNDROME(ARDS)
Acute Respiratory Infection
COMMON PATHOGENS CAUSING COMMUNITY ACQUIRED PNEUMONIA (TYPICAL & ATYPICAL)
Pulmonary Vascular Disorders Define pulmonary embolism+ V/Q Scan
Histopathology practical Microscopy of TB
Pleural effusion Pneumothorax
Pathology CA lung

PHARMACOLOGY
Drugs used in Asthma and COPD I
Drugs used in Asthma and COPD II + Antitussives
PHARMA TUTORIAL Approach in treatment of Bronchial asthma + Methods of administration of Drugs:
Nebulization, etc.)
ANTI TUBERCULOUS DRUGS
Community Acquired Pneumonia Use of Penicillins
ROLE OF MACROLIDE & QUINOLONE IN PNEUMONIA
BEHAVIOURAL SCIENCES
2 lectures

COMMUNITY MEDICINE
Acute Respiratory Tract Infection
Asthma Risk factor prevention & control
Effects of smoking on the community

CLINICAL FACULTY
Pulmonary function test
ABG'S (Lab investigations and interpretation for respiratory status)
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF RESPIRATORY DISEASES

RADIOLOGY
Recognize the normal respiratory structure on chest radiograph. Identify nasal structure on radiograph
CT scan

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