Date of Learning:26/03/25
Time: AM
Title of learning activity: UNDERSTANDING ILLNESS ACROSS THE LIFE SPAN.
In this section, I understood that the study aims to provide an overview of body systems and types of cells and the concept homeostasis, I was enlightened on the outcomes that was expected of me at the end of this study which are to:
Identify key anatomical directional terms
Outline the hierarchy for organisation of life
Identify different types of cells and their key characteristics
Define homeostasis and give examples of how the body maintains homeostasis.
Date of learning:26/03/25
Time: PM
Title of Learning: Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology (Systems, Cells & Homeostasis)
In this study, I understood homeostasis as a state of balance among all the body systems needed for the body to survive and function correctly. For example, having normal body temperature which is between 36.5°C to 37.2°C, Respiration, oxygen in blood etc.
It was also noted in this study that there are levels of organization in the body, from the simplest to the most complex which are, atoms, molecules, organelles, cells, tissues, organs, organ systems, and the human organism.
Then the five essentials for survival which are Water -most abundant substance in the body (volume dependent on age & gender
Oxygen –forms 21% of air we breathe. Needed for chemical reactions
Nutrients example proteins, fats, minerals necessary for life -growth, repair.
Normal body temperature – if it drops below 37oC metabolic reactions become slower and if temp too high chemical reactions occur too rapidly
Normal Pressure – atmospheric pressure important in process or breathing and hydrostatic pressure keeps the blood flowing through the body.
Now as a Nursing Associate, that gives care for individuals, this study has enable me understand the health of those individuals and will be able to demonstrate the clinical and practical skills and knowledge to deliver effective evidence-based care.
KSBs addressed:
K16: Understand body systems and homeostasis, human anatomy and physiology, biology, genomics, pharmacology, social and behavioural sciences as applied to delivery of care.