Course Overview
This is the second of two courses that provide a comprehensive study of the relational anatomy and physiology of the normal human body relevant to diagnostic magnetic resonance imaging. This course will enlist a regional approach to the presentation of human anatomy and physiology, proceeding in the following order of body regions: the abdomen, the pelvis and perineum, and the lower extremity.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
4.0
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Describe the anatomy and relational anatomy of structures that comprise and are located within the following body regions: the abdomen, the pelvis and perineum, and the lower extremity
- Abdomen: (a) Muscles of the abdominal wall (b) Gastrointestinal tract (c) Accessory organs of digestion – pancreas, liver, gallbladder (d) Spleen (e) Adrenal glands (f) Kidneys and ureters
- Pelvis and Perineum: (a) Muscles of the pelvic floor (b) Pelvic digestive, urinary and reproductive structures
- Lower Extremity: (a) Bones, joints, muscles, vasculature, innervation
- Describe the relevant physiology of the following organ systems directly pertaining to the anatomical structures listed above:
- Cardiovascular system
- Lymphatic system
- Digestive system
- Urinary system
- Reproductive system
Effective as of Fall 2023
Related Programs
Relational Anatomy and Physiology 2 (BHSC 2130) is offered as a part of the following programs:
School of Health Sciences
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Diploma Full-time
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