BMA1902 Human structure and function 2

When you finish this unit, you should be able to:

1. 1

   Relate the structure of the major bones, joints and muscles to the functions of support and movement;

2. 2

   Summarise the structures of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems and explain how their integrated functions facilitate transport and maintain homeostasis;

3. 3

   Locate the organs of the digestive system and describe the processes of digestion, absorption and metabolism;

4. 4

   Consider how urine is formed and the role of the kidneys in maintaining fluid composition and balance;

5. 5

   Outline the body's innate and adaptive defences and how they determine the nature of interactions with microbes;

6. 6

   Outline basic pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic principals as a foundation for understanding pharmacology;

7. 7

   Analyse and interpret data using an evidence based approach to understand patient symptoms.