Anatomy & Physiology-II, Course Syllabus (VIHS)

The Vision Institute of Health Sciences

Department of Nursing
Generic BSN Degree Programme
Year- I, Semester II
Session 2023-27

Course Syllabus

TITLE : BSN-00202 Anatomy & Physiology-II

CREDITS : 3 Credits (2 Theory & 1 Lab-Clinical)

PLACEMENT : Year I, Semester II

PREREQUISITE : None

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course is a continuation of Anatomy & Physiology I, introduces learners to the structures and
functions of the human body. Knowledge of Anatomy & Physiology will provide a better understanding
and integration to theoretical & clinical practice in nursing care situation.

OBJECTIVES:

On the completion of this course, the learners will be able to:

1. Describe the structures and functions of various systems of the human body.
2. Discuss the role of homeostasis in maintaining normal body functioning.
3. Relate the basic anatomy & physiology concepts to the nursing care of clients.

TEACHING/LEARNING STRATEGIES:
Interactive lectures, Demonstration and dissection of animal cadaver, small group discussion, CD Roam,
Quizzes, Presentations, Class activities, Self-study and viva practice.
COURSE EXPECTATIONS:

1. Attend all lectures, as per policy.

2. Pre-reading and preparation for each class.
3. Completion of test and examination on due dates.
4. Participate actively in classes.

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EVALUATION CRITERIA:

Distribution Marks
Mid Term 20%
Quiz/Surprise test 05%
Class participation/General behavior/ Group 05%
Work/Class Attendance
Final Exam (University) 70%
Total 100%

COURSE CONTENTS:

UNITS TOPIC
Unit- I Respiratory System
 General function & A&P of upper respiratory system.
 A&P of lower respiratory system Physiology of respiration
 Lungs volume and capacities
Unit II: Urinary system
 Organs of urinary system & structure of kidney
 Structure & function of nephron Process of urine Formation & Ureters Urethra and
micturition
Unit III: Nervous system
 Organization of nervous system & structure of neuron and nerve
 Meninges and ventricles of brain,
 circulation of CSF in brain
 Structure and function of different parts of brain
 Spinal Cord
 Cranial and spinal nerves
 Autonomic Nervous System
Unit IV: Special Senses
 Structure of eye
 Physiology of Vision
 Structure & function of ear
Unit V: Endocrine System
 Endocrine gland and Mechanism of action of hormone
 Pituitary gland hormones
 Thyroid gland & Parathyroid glands
 Pancreas and adrenal gland
Unit-VI: Reproductive system
 Female External and internal genitalia
 Female reproductive cycle
 Structure of male reproductive System
 Male reproductive System continued

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UNIT OBJECTICES:

Unit I: Respiratory System:

At the end of this unit learners will be able to:

1. Define respiratory system.

2. Define respiration.
3. Describe the structure and the function of following
 The upper respiratory tract (Nose, Pharynx, Larynx)
 The lower respiratory tract (Trachea, Bronchial tree, lungs)
4. Discuss the physiology of respiration by explaining the mechanismof
 Pulmonary Ventilation
 External Respiration
 Internal Respiration
5. Discuss nervous control of respiration
6. Briefly discuss the lung volumes & capacities

Unit II: Urinary System:

At the end of this unit learners will be able to:

1. Define the Urinary System.

2. List the organs of Urinary system
3. Discuss the location of the kidney.
4. Discuss kidneys in terms of external anatomy, gross structure &microscopic
structure.
5. Describe the role of each component of nephron in terms of filtration, selective reabsorption &
secretion involved in the formation of urine.
6. Briefly discuss the role of kidney in maintaining water and electrolytebalance.
7. Discuss the structure and functions of
 Ureters
 Urinary bladder
 Urethera
8. Briefly explain the process of micturition

Unit III: Nervous System:

At the end of this unit learners will be able to:

1. Define Nervous system.

2. Briefly discuss organization of Nervous system.
3. Describe the structure and function of Neuron and neuroglia.
4. Define nerve & its types.
5. Identify the principle parts of the brain i.e. Hind brain, Mid brain & Forebrain.
6. Describe the three meninges covering the brain & spinal cord.

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7. Identify the ventricles of the brain.

8. Briefly explain the formation, circulation, reabsorption & functions ofcerebrospinal
fluid (CSF).
9. Describe the structure of cerebrum in terms of:
 Lobes (sulci and gyrus)
 Functional areas
10. Discuss the structure & function of:
 Brain stem (Mid brain, pons & medulla oblongata)
 Cerebellum
11. Discuss the general & gross sectional structure of the spinal cord.
12. Describe reflex arc.
13. Discuss the distribution of the spinal nerves and spinal plexus.
14. Discuss the cranial nerves in terms of:
 Central connection
 Peripheral connection
 Functions
15. Define Autonomic Nervous System
16. Discuss the sympathetic and Para sympathetic Nervous system.

Unit IV: Special Senses:

At the end of this unit learners will be able to:

1. Describe the structure and function of ear

2. Discuss the transmission of sound through the ear.
3. Describe the physiology of hearing and Balance.
4. Describe eye in terms of:
 Structure related to vision
 Accessory structures
5. Discuss image formation by describing refraction, accommodationand
constriction of the pupil.
6. Explain the process of dark adaptation and light adaptation.

Unit V Endocrine System:

1. Define Endocrine system

2. Identify Endocrine glands and Endocrine tissues present in the body
3. Discuss types of Hormones, target cells, target organ
4. Briefly discuss Mechanism of Action of Hormone (protein andsteroids)
5. Discuss the location and structure of pituitary gland.
6. Discuss the role of hypothalamic hormones in the regulation ofpituitary gland
secretions.
7. Discuss the function of the hormones secreted by anterior andposterior
pituitary gland.
8. Briefly discuss the structure, function & hormones of the followingglands

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 Thyroid
 Para Thyroid
 Pineal
 Adrenal
 Pancreas

Unit VI: Reproductive System

At the end of this unit learners will be able to:

1. Define Reproduction
2. Define Reproductive System.
3. List the function of male & female reproductive system
4. Categorize the Female Reproductive organs into:
 Essential organs
 Accessory organs
5. Discuss the location and structure of Female External Genitalia(VULVA).
6. Describe the location, Structure & function of Female
InternalGenitalia
7. Discuss the Female Reproductive Cycles (ovarian and menstrualcycles)
8. Categorize the male reproductive organs into
 Essential organs
 Accessory organs
9. Location and structures involved in the male reproductive system.
10. Describe the structure and function of testis and accessory organs.

REFERENCES:

1. Guyton, A. C. (2001). Medical Physiology (10th ed) Washington: Kirokawa.

2. Ross, & Wilson. (2000) Anatomy & Physiology in Health & Illness. Edinburgh: Churchill 8 th
Edition.
3. Tortora, G. J. (2000). Principles of Human Anatomy and Physiology (3rd ed). New York: Happer &
Row

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