COURSE DESCRIPTION

The course describes the functions of the structures of the human body.  Systems including the muscles, nervous, cardiovascular, respiratory and gastro-intestinal are cover under this course. The knowledge acquired will be applied to nursing practice

COURSE OBJECTIVES

By the end of the course, the student will be able to:

·         describe the cellular basis of physiology and the composition of body fluid

·         explain transportation of fluid and other substances across the cell membrane

·         explain process of homeostasis

·         explain functions of muscles

·         explain functions of the nervous system

·         explain the functions of the heart and the vascular system

·         Discuss the functions of the respiratory system

·         Describe the functions of the gastro-intestinal system