Maricopa Community Colleges  HCE102   20026-20076 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 03/26/02
HCE102 20026-20076 LEC 1 Credit(s) 1 Period(s)
Orientation to the Physiology and Psychology of Body Systems
Application of basic physiology and psychology of body systems as they relate to an entry-level health care professional's role.
Prerequisites: HCC130, HCC145 or (HCC145AA, HCC145AB, and HCC145AC), or permission of instructor.
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
HCE102   20026-20076 Orientation to the Physiology and Psychology of Body Systems
1. Relate the main structures and functions of the body organs and systems to health care practice. (I)
2. Describe basic anatomy of the body systems. (I)
3. Describe the basic physiology of the body systems. (I)
4. Compare normal basic anatomy and physiology to common pathology. (II)
5. Use principles of basic psychology and interpersonal relations as they apply to interactions in health care settings. (III)
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MCCCD Official Course Outline:
 
HCE102   20026-20076 Orientation to the Physiology and Psychology of Body Systems
    I. Basic Anatomy and Physiology
        A. Musculoskeletal
        B. Digestive
        C. Respiratory
        D. Urinary
        E. Reproductive
        F. Endocrine
        G. Cardiovascular
        H. Lymphatic
        I. Nervous system
        J. Integumentary
        K. Special senses
      II. Common Pathology
          A. Basic anatomical pathology
          B. Basic physiological pathology
          C. Case studies
        III. Basic Psychology Principles
            A. Developmental stages
            B. Cultural influences
            C. Environmental influences
            D. Defense mechanisms
            E. Interpersonal relations
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