Portland Community College | Portland, Oregon

Upon completion of the course students should be able to:

1. Identify fundamental concepts of anatomy and physiology to recognize common disorders.
2. Communicate with HIM peers to demonstrate an understanding of human anatomy and physiology through verbal, written, and multimedia means .
3. Apply concepts and knowledge of the general terminology, cell structure and function, histology, gross anatomy, and physiology related to the integumentary, skeletal, muscular and nervous systems.
4. Research and critically evaluate various sources of information related to these systems in order to discern reliable scientific information from unsourced information and pseudo-science.

The course is designed as a lecture format to be delivered via online distance learning instruction for Health Information Management students. The written lectures will be accompanied by various assignments, exams, and interactive projects to reinforce lecture material. There is no laboratory associated with this class.

Themes (topics that thread through all of the instruction)
A. Application of anatomy & physiology concepts as they relate to the science of medicine.
Concepts (things that need to be known and understood in support of the outcomes)
A. Anatomical terminology
B. Fundamentals of cell structure and function of the human body
C. Pathological conditions related to integumentary, musculoskeletal and nervous systems
Issues (things that may need to be “overcome” in order to achieve the outcomes)
A. Communication of anatomy & physiology concepts with other healthcare professionals
B. Knowledge of resources available
C. Applying concepts and principles of anatomy & physiology to the study of health and disease
Skills (mastered by repetition and practice in order to achieve the outcomes)
A. Knowledge of pathological conditions related to each body system
B. Proficient communication with peers
C. Uses critical thinking to identify medical conditions