NURS4400 – Human Body Systems
Module code
NURS4400
Module title
Human Body Systems
Prescription
To enable Äkonga to develop understanding of introductory anatomy and physiology to \r\nmaintain homeostasis across the lifespan.
NZQA Level
Level 4
NZQA Credits
15
Delivery method
- Web-Enhanced
Learning hours
- Total learning hours
- 150
Resources required
- Learning Outcomes
- Identify and describe the structure and function of organs and body systems relevant to maintaining homeostasis. Identify the structure and function of cells, tissues, and chemicals of the human body, in relation to physiological processes that support health and wellbeing (hauora). Explain the homeostatic mechanisms to maintain internal balance at stages across the lifespan Identify the anatomy and physiological functioning of organs and organ systems, and discuss the link between lifestyle choices, health education, and maintaining overall wellbeing (hauora).
- Content
- Anatomy and physiology of the body systems: o Integumentary o Cardiovascular o Respiratory o Nervous o Endocrine Levels of organisation, body planes, cavities Extracellular and intracellular environment Cells, tissues and chemicals Homeostasis Strengthening rangatiratanga through the advancement of human body and microbial science. The primary features of microorganisms including bacteria, viruses, fungi and protozoa
- Assessment Criteria
- Akonga must submit and pass all specified assessments and achieve all learning outcome to pass this course.