General Human Physiology II

Recommended Prerequisites

Not applicable.

Teaching Methods

Face-to-face teaching method with lectures, plus a learning component based on problem solving (PBL) as well as presentation of works.

Learning Outcomes

The curriculum unit of General Physiology II is continuation of General Physiology I (semester I) continuing with basic knowledge of the functioning of the human body. In curricular unit of General Physiology II intended that students acquire knowledge about the functioning of the main human body systems. The curricular unity of General Physiology II must still aim to provide fundamental knowledge of additional curricular units connection such as exercise physiology, Biochemistry of exercise and biomechanics, among others.

Work Placement(s)

No

Syllabus

Introduction to endocrinology. The pituitary gland and its hormones. Thyroid and parathyroid gland. The adrenal gland and cortical hormones. The Pancreas and the role of hormones associated with it. Digestive system. Neuronal and endocrine regulation. Regulation of metabolism. Energy metabolism and nutrients. Circulatory system. The heart and circulation. The heart muscle and its comparison with the skeletal muscle. The heart. Electrical activity of the heart and ECG. The valves and the heart sounds. Cardiac output and blood flow The blood vessels. The blood pressure. Hormonal and neuronal control. The blood and tissue defence mechanisms against inflammation, the immune system. Haemostasis and Thrombosis. Respiratory system. Ventilation and breathing mechanisms. Gas exchange. Neuronal regulation of the respiratory system. Kidney physiology. Control electrolyte and acid base balance promoted by the kidney. Action of the renal metabolism of the control blood pressure.

Head Lecturer(s)

Paula Cristina Vaz Bernardo Tavares

Assessment Methods

Continuous
Evaluation tests: 100.0%

Bibliography

[1] Widmaier EP, Raff H, Strang KT. Vander's Human Physiology - The mechanisms of body function. 12ed, McGraw-Hill, 2011 (livro de referência).

[2] Ganong WF. Fisiologia Médica, Lang (McGraw-Hill) 22ed, 2007

[3] Seeley RR, Stephens TD, Tate P. Anatomia e Fisiologia, Lusodidática, 2007, 6ºed