Other useful information concerning the course

13. Department conducting the course, address, e-mail address:

Department of Pathophysiology, Medykow Street 18, 40-752 Katowice

sekpatofizjologia@sum.edu.pl 

14. Course Coordinator:

Piotr Kocełak, MD, PhD

15. Prerequisites in terms of knowledge, skills and other competencies: 

a. Basic understanding of human anatomy and physiology

b. Familiarity with medical terminology

c. Prior coursework in biology and chemistry 

16. Group size

In accordance with the SUM Senate Resolution

17. Teaching materials

• Lecture slides and notes
• Laboratory manuals
• Recommended textbooks and articles
• Handouts 

18. Location of classes

Department of Pathophysiology

19. Location and time of office hours

Department of Pathophysiology, 8.00-15.00

20. Learning outcomes

Number of the course learning outcomes

Course learning outcomes

Reference to the learning outcome included in the standards 

In terms of knowledge:

C_K01

Students will learn about the water-electrolyte balance in biological systems.

B.W1

C_K02

Students will understand the acid-base balance, the mechanism of buffer action, and their significance in maintaining systemic homeostasis.

B.W2

C_K03

Students will study the metabolic profiles of major organs and systems.

B.W16

C_K04

Students will learn about the function and regulatory mechanisms of all human organs and systems, including the cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and skin systems, and the interrelations between them.

B.W21

C_K05

Students will explore the processes and regulation of reproductive function in both men and women.

B.W22

C_K06

Students will examine the mechanisms of aging in the human body.

B.W23

C_K07

Students will understand the basic quantitative parameters that describe the efficiency of individual organs and systems, including the normal ranges and demographic factors that influence these values.

B.W24

C_K08

Students will know the relationship between factors disrupting the equilibrium of biological processes and physiological and pathophysiological changes.

B.W25

C_K09

Students will learn the definition and pathophysiology of shock, with particular attention paid to differentiating the causes of shock and multiple organ failure.

C.W29

C_K10

Students will study the etiology of hemodynamic disorders, regressive changes, and progressive changes.

C.W30

C_K11

Students will explore the clinical presentations of the most common diseases of individual organs and systems, metabolic diseases, and disorders of water-electrolyte, hormonal, and acid-base balance.

C.W34

C_K12

Students will learn about the consequences of improper nutrition, including prolonged starvation, overeating, unbalanced diets, and disorders of digestion and absorption of nutrients.

C.W50

C_K13

Students will study the mechanisms of action of the hormones.

C.W51

In terms of skills:

C_S01

Use online databases and search for necessary information using available tools.

B.U10

C_S02

Correlate images of tissue and organ damage with clinical symptoms of the disease, medical history, and laboratory test results.

C.U11

C_S03

Describe changes in body function in situations of homeostasis disruption, particularly specifying its integrated response to physical exertion, exposure to high and low temperatures, blood or water loss, sudden verticalization, and transition from sleep to wakefulness.

C.U20

C_S04

Critically analyze the medical literature and conclude.

D.U17

In terms of social competencies:

C_C01

Principles of teamwork

D.W18

C_C02

Communicate with colleagues, providing feedback and support.

D.U12

C_C03

Demonstrate responsibility for improving one's qualifications and sharing knowledge with others

D.U16

21. Forms and subjects of classes

Number of hours

21.1. Lectures 

20

Environmental factors

3

Hypertension

2

Anemias

2

Diabetes mellitus

3

Coronary artery disease, acute coronary syndromes

2

Liver pathophysiology, jaundice

2

Basic concepts of endocrinology, hypothalamus, pituitary gland

2

Chronic kidney disease

2

Respiratory failure 

2

21.2. Seminars

20

Environmental factors. Nervous system disorders

3

Hypertension, valvular heart diseases, peripheral artery disease, vascular diseases

2

Anemias, blood disorders, leukemia, platelet disorders

2

Diabetes mellitus. Disorders of the adrenal gland. Female & male reproductive tract

3

Coronary artery disease, acute coronary syndromes, cardiomyopathies, chronic heart failure

2

Gastrointestinal disease: oesophagus, stomach, jejunum, ileum, colon, pancreas

2

The basic concept of endocrinology, hypothalamus, pituitary gland; thyroid diseases, disorders of the of parathyroids& calcium metabolism, osteoporosis

2

Renal diseases

2

Respiratory failure, respiratory insufficiency; pulmonary diseases: pneumonia, asthma COPD, ARDS, pneumoconioses, pulmonary embolism

2

21.3. Labs

40

Nervous system disorders

5

Valvular heart disease, peripheral artery disease, vascular diseases

4

Blood disorders, leukemia, platelet disorders

4

Disorders of the adrenal gland, female & male reproductive tract

5

Chronic heart failure, cardiomyopathies, shocks

4

Pathophysiology of the gastrointestinal tract; the oesophagus, stomach, jejunum, ileum, colon, pancreas, diarrhea

4

Thyroid diseases, disorders of the parathyroids& calcium metabolism, osteoporosis

5

Pathophysiology of kidney diseases, acute kidney diseases (glomeluropathies and kidney stones), Acid-base balance

5

Pulmonary diseases: pneumonia, asthma COPD, ARDS, pneumoconioses, pulmonary embolism

4

22. Literature

Required literature: McMaster Textbook of Internal Medicine

Supporting literature: Robbins and Kumar Basic Pathology,  11th edition

23. Assessment criteria - details

1. Continuous Assessment:

Small Tests

During the seminars, after each lecture and corresponding laboratory session, the students will take small tests to assess their understanding of the material covered in the lectures and labs.

Format

The small tests will include multiple-choice questions (MCQs), short-answer questions, and problem-solving exercises.

Frequency

Tests will be conducted weekly, following the schedule of lectures and laboratories.

Purpose

These tests are designed to provide ongoing feedback and help students prepare for the final exam.

1. Final Exam:

Format

The final exam will be a written test consisting of multiple-choice questions (MCQs).

Coverage

The exam will cover all topics discussed during the semester's lectures, labs, and seminars.

Weight

The final exam grade will be the final grade of the course.

1. Grading:

Small Tests

Although small tests are mandatory and provide valuable feedback, they do not contribute directly to the final grade.

Final Exam

The final exam score will determine the overall course grade.

1. Passing Criteria:

Students must pass the final exam to complete the course.

Attendance and participation in all scheduled classes, labs, and seminars are mandatory.