Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)
Study Course Description
Functional Physiology
Course Code
CFUBK_029
Branch of Science
Basic medicine
ECTS
3.00
Target Audience
Nursing Science
LQF
Level 6
Study Type And Form
Full-Time
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Normunds Limba
Structure Unit Manager
Pēteris Tretjakovs
Structural Unit
Department of Human Physiology and Biochemistry
Contacts
Rīga, Dzirciema str. 16, cfbk@rsu.lv, +371 67061550
About Study Course
Objective
Describe the principles of maintaining homeostasis in an organism.
Explain the mechanisms of cell membrane transport and their role in maintaining organism functions.
Describe the mechanisms of neural and humoral regulation in the human body.
Describe the physiological functions of the cardiovascular system.
Explain the basic principles of the respiratory system and the mechanisms of gas exchange.
Describe the role of the kidneys in regulating the body's water, electrolyte, and acid-base balance.
Describe the functions of the digestive system and the processes of nutrient absorption.
Describe the mechanisms of action of hormones in the endocrine system.
Explain the physiological mechanisms of muscle contraction.
Interpret changes in key physiological parameters in various functional states.
Preliminary Knowledge
To start the study course, it is necessary to understand the anatomical structure of the human body, the functions of cells and tissues, the chemical processes in the body, and the ability to use medical terminology to describe the state of health.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.After successful completion of the course the student will be able to: speek about the functioning of the organism and and to get aquainted with periods of individual development and changes in the organism related to growth, aging and environmental influence. Students must know about the normal function of organs and organism as well as how to differentiate normal functions from pathological ones, how to regulate organs for normalizing their functions.
Skills
1.Students should know how to apply their theoretical knowledge and how to use most common investigation methods in medicine.
Competences
1.During the independent work of practical lessons, students learn practical skills, get acquainted with health assessment methods, perform calculations and data processing independently. The task is to strengthen theoretical knowledge, to learn the methodology of assessing an individual's health.
Assessment
Individual work
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Title
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% from total grade
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Grade
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1.
Individual work |
55.00% from total grade
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Test
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Physiological portrait of a student Take the test and analyze your physiological characteristics. Correct answers to theory questions (6 p.), explanation of physiological mechanisms (2 p.), validity of conclusions (2 p.) Related learning outcomes: LO3 Pulse counting Take the test and analyze the clinical situation about heart function, heart cycle and blood pressure regulation. Correct answers to theory questions (6 p.), explanation of physiological mechanisms (2 p.), validity of conclusions (2 p.) Related learning outcomes: LO1, LO2 Respiratory rate Take the test and analyze the clinical situation about lung function, respiratory regulation. Correct answers to theory questions (6 p.), explanation of physiological mechanisms (2 p.), validity of conclusions (2 p.) Related learning outcomes: LO3 Blood group determination Take the test and analyze the clinical situation about blood groups. Correct answers to theory questions (6 p.), explanation of physiological mechanisms (2 p.), validity of conclusions (2 p.) Related learning outcomes: LO1, LO2 Memory test Take the test and analyze the clinical situation about central nervous system function. Correct answers to theory questions (6 p.), explanation of physiological mechanisms (2 p.), validity of conclusions (2 p.) Related learning outcomes: LO6, LO7 Nutrition plan Take the test and analyze the clinical situation about digestion. Correct answers to theory questions (6 p.), explanation of physiological mechanisms (2 p.), validity of conclusions (2 p.) Related learning outcomes: LO4 |
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Examination
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Title
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% from total grade
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Grade
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1.
Examination |
45.00% from total grade
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10 points
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The student receives 2 points for a correctly answered question, but 1 point for a partially correctly answered question. No points are awarded for an incorrect answer. In order to receive a test, it is necessary to answer 55% of the material. |
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Study Course Theme Plan
FULL-TIME
Part 1
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Video Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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Physiology as a science; Norma;
Irritable tissues and their conditions;
Transmission of substances through the membrane; Membrane potentials.
Description
Annotation: Physiology and physiological terminology. Organism and environment. Stimuli, classification. Bioelectrical potentials. Neuronal and humoral control mechanisms for physiological functions. Somatic and autonomic reflex arch. Topics covered during the class: 1. Physiology, its tasks and methods of research. 2. Norm, normal function. 3. Living properties. 4. Physiological conditions of excitable tissues. 5. Stimuli. Classification of stimuli 6. Cell membrane potential. 7. Action potential of cell membrane, its periods. 8. Excitability changes during action potential Literature: 1. L. Aberberga-Augškalne, O. Koroļova. Fizioloģija ārstiem. (ISBN 978-9984-813-68-4; SIA Medicīnas apgāds) 2014: 491. 2. Ganong's Review of Medical Physiology (K.E.Barrett, S.M. Barman, S.Boitano, H.Brooks), 23rd Edition (LANGE Basic Science) 2016 |
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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Physiology as a science; Norma;
Irritable tissues and their conditions;
Transmission of substances through the membrane; Membrane potentials.
Description
Annotation: Physiology and physiological terminology. Organism and environment. Stimuli, classification. Bioelectrical potentials. Neuronal and humoral control mechanisms for physiological functions. Somatic and autonomic reflex arch. Topics covered during the class: 1. Physiology, its tasks and methods of research. 2. Norm, normal function. 3. Living properties. 4. Physiological conditions of excitable tissues. 5. Stimuli. Classification of stimuli 6. Cell membrane potential. 7. Action potential of cell membrane, its periods. 8. Excitability changes during action potential Literature: 1. L. Aberberga-Augškalne, O. Koroļova. Fizioloģija ārstiem. (ISBN 978-9984-813-68-4; SIA Medicīnas apgāds) 2014: 491. 2. Ganong's Review of Medical Physiology (K.E.Barrett, S.M. Barman, S.Boitano, H.Brooks), 23rd Edition (LANGE Basic Science) 2016 |
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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Physiology as a science; Norma;
Irritable tissues and their conditions;
Transmission of substances through the membrane; Membrane potentials.
Description
Annotation: Physiology and physiological terminology. Organism and environment. Stimuli, classification. Bioelectrical potentials. Neuronal and humoral control mechanisms for physiological functions. Somatic and autonomic reflex arch. Topics covered during the class: 1. Physiology, its tasks and methods of research. 2. Norm, normal function. 3. Living properties. 4. Physiological conditions of excitable tissues. 5. Stimuli. Classification of stimuli 6. Cell membrane potential. 7. Action potential of cell membrane, its periods. 8. Excitability changes during action potential Literature: 1. L. Aberberga-Augškalne, O. Koroļova. Fizioloģija ārstiem. (ISBN 978-9984-813-68-4; SIA Medicīnas apgāds) 2014: 491. 2. Ganong's Review of Medical Physiology (K.E.Barrett, S.M. Barman, S.Boitano, H.Brooks), 23rd Edition (LANGE Basic Science) 2016 |
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Lecture
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Location
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Contact hours
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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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Functional parts and functions of the circulatory system.
Heart. Cardiac cycle and phases. heart sounds. Electrocardiograph. Control of circulation.
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Class/Seminar
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Location
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Contact hours
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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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Functional parts and functions of the circulatory system.
Heart. Cardiac cycle and phases. heart sounds. Electrocardiograph. Control of circulation.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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Functional parts and functions of the circulatory system.
Heart. Cardiac cycle and phases. heart sounds. Electrocardiograph. Control of circulation.
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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Functionally different parts of the circulatory system, their characteristic parameters.
Functional features of pressure, volume, microcirculation of blood vessels.
Arterial pressure, its origin, measurement.
Values affecting blood pressure.
Vascular afferent and efferent innervation, tone.
Humoral regulation of vascular tone.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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Functionally different parts of the circulatory system, their characteristic parameters.
Functional features of pressure, volume, microcirculation of blood vessels.
Arterial pressure, its origin, measurement.
Values affecting blood pressure.
Vascular afferent and efferent innervation, tone.
Humoral regulation of vascular tone.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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Functionally different parts of the circulatory system, their characteristic parameters.
Functional features of pressure, volume, microcirculation of blood vessels.
Arterial pressure, its origin, measurement.
Values affecting blood pressure.
Vascular afferent and efferent innervation, tone.
Humoral regulation of vascular tone.
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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Blood - composition, quantity, functions, methods of analysis.
Blood forms, their normal content, functions, factors affecting their formation.
Blood plasma, its composition, plasma substitutes, saline, their composition.
Phases of blood clotting.
Hemolysis, causative factors, consequences.
Blood groups, Rh factor, blood transfusion.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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Blood - composition, quantity, functions, methods of analysis.
Blood forms, their normal content, functions, factors affecting their formation.
Blood plasma, its composition, plasma substitutes, saline, their composition.
Phases of blood clotting.
Hemolysis, causative factors, consequences.
Blood groups, Rh factor, blood transfusion.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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Blood - composition, quantity, functions, methods of analysis.
Blood forms, their normal content, functions, factors affecting their formation.
Blood plasma, its composition, plasma substitutes, saline, their composition.
Phases of blood clotting.
Hemolysis, causative factors, consequences.
Blood groups, Rh factor, blood transfusion.
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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Breathing process, its parts.
Respiratory organs - lungs, airways, their functions.
Inhalation mechanism, exhalation mechanism, respiratory volumes, their normal values.
Blood gas transport.
Respiratory regulation.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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Breathing process, its parts.
Respiratory organs - lungs, airways, their functions.
Inhalation mechanism, exhalation mechanism, respiratory volumes, their normal values.
Blood gas transport.
Respiratory regulation.
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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Proper eating habits.
A normal, wholesome diet.
Frequency, content, quantity of food intake.
Saliva secretion and excretion, irritants, functions.
Stomach secretion, factors that affect and inhibit it.
Peculiarities of pancreatic secretion.
Liver function, bile composition.
Digestive process of the small intestine, its parts.
Pancreatic enzymes.
Processes in the large intestine.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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Off site
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E-Studies platform
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2
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Topics
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Proper eating habits.
A normal, wholesome diet.
Frequency, content, quantity of food intake.
Saliva secretion and excretion, irritants, functions.
Stomach secretion, factors that affect and inhibit it.
Peculiarities of pancreatic secretion.
Liver function, bile composition.
Digestive process of the small intestine, its parts.
Pancreatic enzymes.
Processes in the large intestine.
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
32 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam (Written)
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
Aberberga-Augškalne, L., Koroļova, O. Fizioloģija ārstiem. SIA Medicīnas apgāds, 2014: 492 (pieejama RSU Bibliotēkā).
2.
Barrett, K. E., Barman, S. M., Boitano, S., Brooks, H. Ganong's Review of Medical Physiology. 26th Edition. LANGE Basic Science, 2010: 726 (pieejama RSU Bibliotēkā arī kā e-grāmata).Suitable for English stream
Additional Reading
1.
Costanzo, L. S. Costanzo Physiology. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. 7th Edition, 2022: 354 (pieejama RSU Bibliotēkā arī kā e-grāmata).Suitable for English stream
2.
Tortora, Gerard J., Derrickson, B. Principles of Anatomy and Physiology, 2006Suitable for English stream