Unit details
Prerequisites
HBO2007 - Biomedical Science for Osteopathy 7
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Learning Outcomes
1. | Identify and conceptually map the anatomy, histology and embryology of the abdomen and pelvis; | ||
2. | Report on the physiological processes of the viscera of the abdomen and pelvis; and | ||
3. | Analyse selected common and red flag conditions affecting the abdominal and pelvic viscera. |
Assessment
Assessment type | Description | Grade |
---|---|---|
Other | Mind map and relevance statement | 20% |
Practicum | Multi-station practical laboratory exam (1hr) | 35% |
Test | Test (online MCQ) (30mins) | 10% |
Case Study | Case study analysis | 35% |
Required reading
Clinically oriented anatomy 8th ed
Moore, K. L., Dalley, A. F. & Agur, A.M.R. (2017)
Philadelphia, US: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Understanding pathophysiology 3rd ed. Australian and NZ edition
Craft, J.A. (ed), Gordon, C., Huether, S., McCance, K., Brashers, V., Rote, N. (2019)
St Louis, Missouri: Elsevier.
Human Anatomy and Physiology 11th ed.
Marieb, E.N. & Hoehn, K (2018)
USA: Pearson Higher Ed
Anatomy and Physiology Coloring Workbook 12th ed.
Marieb, E.N. & Brito, S (2017)
Great Britain: Pearson Education Limited
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