NS 4430

Applied Anatomy and Physiology

Course Description

Course information provided by the 2025-2026 Catalog.

Students will be introduced to the fundamentals of the patient clinical encounter to apply advanced human anatomy and physiology knowledge, practice critical thinking, and strengthen interpersonal skills. In order to understand the mechanisms behind clinical skills and assessment of a patient, students will learn advanced knowledge in the areas of cardiovascular, respiratory, and gastrointestinal anatomy and physiology. Students will apply and practice this knowledge by learning introductory clinical skills in eliciting patient history, conducting focused physical examinations, and documenting findings with hands-on practice. Informal and formal communication skills will be developed and practiced through working in groups, taking practical exams, and writing medical notes for case studies. This course will develop foundational skills and critical thinking strategies needed to engage and succeed in health-profession training.

Enrollment Information REF-F25 Enrollment preference given to: students whose course of study requires 8 credits and/or a two-semester sequence of Anatomy & Physiology.

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Learning Outcomes REF-FA25

• Appropriately use basic medical terminology.
• Elicit, present, and document a focused patient history.
• Demonstrate taking vital signs and conducting basic cardiovascular, respiratory and gastrointestinal assessments to show understanding and application of fundamental anatomy and physiology knowledge.
• Demonstrate critical thinking skills through participation in case study discussions, written medical notes and practical exams.

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