Human Physiology PHRM 215 ( Course Organizer )

This course is designed to provide pharmacy students with an understanding of the basic functions of human body systems, the physiological integration of the different systems, and the different regulatory mechanisms operating to maintain a constant internal environment “homeostasis”. Proper understanding of the physiological processes that govern bodily functions will provide students with the necessary background for proper understanding of the mechanism of action of drugs, their side effects and how body functions may be altered upon drug administration. Students will also be trained to think independently and will be encouraged to integrate their knowledge in a clinical setting. This course will specifically focus on the fundamentals of physiology including an introduction, cell physiology, nerve & muscle, blood, the autonomic nervous system, the respiratory system, the cardio vascular system. Upon completion of this introductory course, students will be able to take more advanced courses in physiology including Pharm 224.