Core Module Information
Module title: Understanding Body Systems

SCQF level: 07:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10

Module code: NUR07110
Module leader: Sam Abdulla
School School of Health & Social Care
Subject area group: Nursing
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added

Description of module content:

In this module, you will learn about anatomical and physiological terminology, the main body systems and human development from cellular to systems level, relevant to your role as a nurse. You will learn about key physiological processes and how the body maintains its equilibrium. You will also be introduced to basic pharmacological principles as a foundation for how drugs work in the body.

Learning Outcomes for module:

LO1: Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of anatomical and physiological terminology
LO2: Recall the structure of the human body and basic processes of human physiology
LO3: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of physiological principles – homeostasis, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics and genetic principles within cell division.
LO4: Develop information technology skills to support module learning and assessment


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