Syllabus

Anatomy and Physiology for Registered Nurses I

Code
GMC37T
Points
6 Credits
Level
First Cycle
School
School of Health and Welfare
Subject field
Medical Science (MCA)
This course can be included in the following main field(s) of study
No main field of study1
Progression indicator within (each) main field of study
1GXX
Approved
Approved, 05 December 2023.
This syllabus is valid from 05 December 2023.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • Name, describe and explain the basic functions of human cells and how cells interact in different types of tissues,
  • Name, describe and explain the anatomy and function of the circulatory and respiratory system during the human life cycle.

Course Content

The course studies basic cell biology and how cells build up and work together in tissues as well as the appearance and function of the circulatory and respiratory systems. Furthermore, anatomical and physiological changes during a person‘s life are studied.

Assessment

  • Written exam
  • Dugga (engelska?)

Grades

The grading scale used for the final course grade is U–G.

Grades are reported as follows:

  • Cell, tissues and skin - 2 Credits | U–G
  • Respiration and circulation - 4 Credits | U–G

Prerequisites

  • General entry requirements and Mathematics 2a or 2b or 2c, Natural Sciences 2, Social Sciences 1b or 1a1 + 1a2

Other Information

This course cannot be counted towards the same degree along with courses that have equivalent content.

If the student has received a decision/recommendation granting study support from Dalarna University because of a disability, then the examiner has the right to offer an alternative examination arrangement. The examiner takes into account the objectives in the course syllabus when deciding whether the examination can be adapted in accordance with the decision/recommendation.