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Anatomy & Physiology

Exchange and Energy

Laura S. Kabiri

The course of the second A&P specialization continues a systems-based approach to human anatomy and physiology at the organ, organ system, and organism level. Two major body systems related to gas exchange and energy consumption will be explored in detail: the respiratory and digestive systems. Course material will cover both the structure (anatomy) and function (physiology) of each system with direct application to human development and disease.

After completing this course, you will be able to:

1. Identify the major parts of the respiratory and digestive systems;

2. Describe normal human anatomy structure and function for the respiratory and digestive systems;

3. Relate anatomical structure and function at the cellular, tissue, organ, and body system levels to clinical diagnoses and dysfunction of the respiratory and digestive systems.

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Syllabus

Welcome to Exchange & Energy

The Respiratory System

The Digestive System - Overview through Esophagus

The Digestive System: Stomach through Elimination & Diseases

Course Final Assessments & Summary

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Know what's good

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Explores gas exchange and energy consumption, which are essential to life processes

Taught by Laura S. Kabiri, who are recognized for their work in this field

Builds a strong foundation for beginners without extensive background knowledge

Develops clinical diagnoses and dysfunction, which are valuable knowledge for professionals in healthcare

Covers two major body systems, the respiratory and digestive systems, which are crucial for understanding human health

May require additional materials that learners will have to provide

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Human Anatomy

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This atlas provides detailed images of the human body, including the respiratory and digestive systems. It valuable resource for understanding the anatomy of the human body.

Human Anatomy & Physiology, Global Edition

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3 weeks of study, 3-4 hours/week

Level

Intermediate

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Coursera

Institution

Rice University

Instructor

Laura S. Kabiri

Language

English

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Explores gas exchange and energy consumption, which are essential to life processes

Taught by Laura S. Kabiri, who are recognized for their work in this field

Builds a strong foundation for beginners without extensive background knowledge

Develops clinical diagnoses and dysfunction, which are valuable knowledge for professionals in healthcare

Covers two major body systems, the respiratory and digestive systems, which are crucial for understanding human health

May require additional materials that learners will have to provide

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