Life Fitness Anatomy

Life Fitness Anatomy Course Outline

Week one: Human A&P/ Homeostasis is the first topic. The major organs of each organ system will be reviewed along with their primary functions. The language of anatomy will be introduced in the review. Homeostasis and negative feedback is a major theme. The body maintains a stable internal environment by regulating temperature and blood-glucose. Positive feedback is associated with dangerous consequences when it occurs in the body. There are a few examples of positive feedback that are natural.

It’s chemistry. The structure of the atom will be discussed. Examples of ionic and covalent bonding will be discussed. To understand digestion, one must understand how chemical bonds are broken. One needs to understand synthesis and redOX reactions in order to understand how nutrients are used in the body. The biological molecule will be explored in detail. There will be a review of the importance of water.

Week two: Cell biology. A review of the cell structure includes how waste products leave the cell. An in-depth review of how cells convert food into energy. You can learn how to synthesise the proteins from the inside of the cell.

Metabolism. There is a discussion of the roles of various nutrients in energy production. Major vitamins and minerals need to be reviewed. The conversion of glucose into fats can be learned through energy storage. A review of the major hormones that affect metabolism.

Week three: The cardiovascular system. The major heart chambers and valves are found in the heart. Tell us about the blood flow through the heart. The body regulates heart rate, blood flow, and blood pressure. The review of capillary exchange describes how the body’s tissues and blood exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide. Diagnostic values of ECGs and Blood Pressure can be learned. During one heartbeat, review the major events. An important measurement to make note of is a review of blood lab work.

Week four: The nervous andcrine systems. You will be provided with a chart that will be filled in during the class. This chart will show the major hormones and their target tissues. A review of how the nervous systems and hormones prepare the body for stress is called the stress response. The long-term consequences of chronic stress in the body are discussed. There will be a review of the major endocrine disorders.

The nervous system has an integumentary system. There is a discussion of how stress affects digestion and the consequences of long-term stress. The consequences of long-term inflammation in the human body are important.

Week 5: The body’s Digestive System. The major functions of the digestive system are reviewed. The role of the Liver in the body. Their role in chemical and mechanical digestion. The function and importance of the gut.

Week 6: Respiratory and Lymphatic systems are involved. Oxygen and carbon dioxide are exchanged across the alveolar. The acid in the blood is related to carbon dioxide levels. The lymphatic system is involved in the removal of toxins from the body. There is a review of the major lymphatic organs and tissues. The immune cells, the importance of natural immunity, and the major innate defenses are reviewed.

Week 7: There is a urinary system and fluids. The elimination of waste from the major bodily fluids is done by the kidneys. The kidneys play a role in acid-base balance. Important measurements to make note of, and what they mean, are the Urinalysis lab work.

Week 08: There are reproductive systems. There is a review of Egg and sperm development. The hormones that regulate ovarian and uterus cycles are in females. There is a review of the major events that occur.

Muscular and Skeletal Systems. Major muscles and bones in the human body are reviewed. The role of the skeleton. There is a review of how calcium affects muscle function. The Cori cycle Ch. shows how muscles create lactic acid. 6 to 11