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Theoretical underpinnings of the profession 1.4 Anatomy, physiology and pharmacology26727/2204/2122/1/92
Study guide

Theoretical underpinnings of the profession 1.4 Anatomy, physiology and pharmacology

26727/2204/2122/1/92
Academic year 2021-22
Is found in:
  • Bachelor of Nursing (4y), programme stage 1
In other study programme:
  • Bachelor of Nursing (flexible programme) as Theoretical underpinnings of the profession 1.4 Anatomy, physiology and pharmacology
This is a single course unit.
Study load: 4 credits
Co-ordinator: Mistiaen Wilhelm
Other teaching staff: De Kerf Martine, Van der Linden Eva, Wildiers Anja
Languages: Dutch
Scheduled for: Semester 2
This course unit is marked out of 20 (rounded to an integer).
Possible deadlines for learning account: 15.03.2022 ()
Re-sit exam: is possible.
Possibility of deliberation: You have to pass this course unit (will never be deliberated).
Total study time: 103,00 hours

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this course.

Learning outcomes (list)

Collecting relevant information (own experience, scientific evidence, legislation and properties of the care inquirer) for the construction of a care situation.
the student will be able to identify which of the most frequent disorders of the particular organ systems cause the symptoms and signs [in the case study] (1.1.A.1) (level 1)
the student will be able to indicate the normal appearance (anatomy) and the normal function (physiology) of the endocrine system, lymphatic system, respiratory system, digestive system, kidney and urinary tract and reproductive system (1.1.A.1) (level 1)
the student will be able to summarize and comment on therapeutic targets for drugs (Pharmacodynamics) (1.1.A.1) (Level 1)
the student will be able to explain the concepts plasma concentration, bioavailability, first pass effect (1.1.A.1) (level 1)
the student will be able to describe the terminology and basic principles of pathology (1.1.A.1) (level 1)
the student will be able to summarize the various oral and non-oral forms of medication outline the advantages and disadvantages, give advice and examples (1.1.A.1) (level 1)
At the end of this OLOD the student will be able to give a defintion of the field of pharmacology, distinguishing between ‘para pharmaceuticals’ and pharmaceutics and describe technical terms and treatment methods (1.1.A.1) (level 1)
the student will be able to describe treatment methods and the different types of therapies using an example (1.1.A.1) (Level 1)
the student will be able to explain pharmacokinetic interactions in the liver using the bcfi (Belgian drug compendium) (1.1.A.1) (level 1)
the student will be able to explain the difference between pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics (1.1.A.1) (level 1)
the student will be able to describe the diagnostic possibilities for the most common diseases (1.1.A.1) (Level 1)
the student will be able to explain the mechanism of action, side effects and/or contraindications for the different classes of active substances (1.1.A.1) (level 1)
the student will be able to give examples of active substances and medicinal products of the different therapeutic classes (1.1.A.1) (level 1)
the student will be able to explain precautions and provide advice on a variety of medicinal products (1.1.A.1) (Level 1)
the student will be able to work with the bcfi (the Belgian pharmaceutical compendium, in book form and/or online) and patient drug information leaflet/package insert (content, how to access them, how to interpret them) (1.1.A.1) (
Handling of relevant information (own experience, scientific evidence, legislation and properties of the care inquirer) for the construction of a care situation.
the student will be able to describe each pharmacokinetic phase using examples (1.3.A.1) (Level 1)
the student will be able to explain the concept of resistance and propose preventive measures (1.3.A.1) (Level 1)
Applying health promotion, taking into account the welfare of the care inquirer.
the student will be able to indicate which lifestyle choices can increase risk for disease (2.4.A.1) (level 1)

Educational organisation (list)

Exam duration
Estimated time for testing3,00 hours
Learning Activities
Lectures and / or tutorials36,00 hours
Work time outside of contact hours64,00 hours

Evaluation (list)

Evaluation(s) for first exam chance
MomentForm%Remark
Semester 2Knowledge test100,00Het opleidingsonderdeel Theoretische achtergrond van het beroep 1.4: Anatomie, fysiologie en farmacologie wordt beoordeeld als één geheel maar wordt geëxamineerd in twee schriftelijke examens.
Twee schriftelijke examens worden op twee verschillende momenten van eenzelfde examenperiode afgenomen.
Het examen bestaat uit kennisvragen en casusvragen.
Evaluation(s) for re-sit exam
MomentForm%Remark
2nd examination periodKnowledge test100,00Het opleidingsonderdeel Theoretische achtergrond van het beroep 1.4: Anatomie, fysiologie en farmacologie wordt beoordeeld als één geheel maar wordt geëxamineerd in twee schriftelijke examens.
Twee schriftelijke examens worden op twee verschillende momenten van eenzelfde examenperiode afgenomen.
Het examen bestaat uit kennisvragen en casusvragen.