Addresses Course Learning Outcomes 1, 2, 3, and 4
· Apply appropriate terminology in identifying and discussing human anatomy and physiology.
· Apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology to real-world situations.
· Approach and examine anatomy and physiology issues from an evidence-based perspective.
· Describe the complex interrelationships between structure and function.
· Explain how body systems work together to maintain homeostasis.
Homeostasis is a term derived from the Greek words
homeo (meaning similar to) and
stasis (meaning standing still). Thus, homeostasis is deemed as the capacity of living organisms to maintain their internal stability. The human body has the phenomenal ability to maintain homeostatic balance despite a changing external environment, thanks to various systems of metabolic self-regulation known as positive and negative feedback loops. The body’s organ systems function to achieve and maintain dynamic equilibrium as the body adjusts in response to warnings of imbalances such as body temperature, water, electrolytes, blood sugar, and blood pressure – just to name a few. The regulation of homeostasis depends on three components: receptors, control centers, and effectors.
For this assignment, you are required to choose one of the major organ systems covered in this course (circulatory, lymphatic, respiratory, urinary, digestive, or reproductive), and provide information as to how its anatomy (structure) and physiology (function) combine to help the body maintain homeostatic balance. This organ system will be the focus of both the first and second parts of the written assignment, so be sure to choose one you are very interested in learning about in more depth. After choosing an organ system, please adhere to the following tasks and respond to the following inquiries. Any lacking elements or insufficiencies will result in the loss of points.
It is especially important for you to draft the paper in your own words, utilizing in-text references to assign proper authorship of the information. Turnitin is enabled within the classroom to support the development and assessment of authentic writing.
Please note that a high Turnitin score may result in a mandatory resubmission of the assignment and subsequent deduction in grade.
I.
Paper Title Page and Format (7)
A. Paper title page (first and last name, title, professor, course name, due date) (3)
B. 12-point, Times New Roman font (1)
C. Double-spaced text, one-inch margins (1)
D. 2-3 pages (not including title page or end references) (2)
No information beyond the 3rd page will be read.
II.
Paper Content (50)
A. Introduction (5)
1. Rationale for paper (2)
2. Brief introduction to chosen organ system (3)
B. Anatomy and physiology (20)
1. Describe the anatomy (structure) of the organ system using proper anatomical terminology (positions, planes, directions, regions, and cavities). (10)
2. Describe the physiology (principle functions) of the chosen organ system. (10)
C. Homeostatic balance (20)
1. Explain which homeostatic process(es) is (are) regulated by the chosen organ system (10)
2. Trace the receptors, control centers, and effectors involved in the organ system’s homeostatic process (10)
D. Summarize the organ system (5)
III.
References (15) Cite in-text and end references in APA format.
A. 3 credible references (9@3 each)
B. In-text references (2)
C. End references (2)
D. APA format (2)
IV.
Grammar (5)
Proper spelling, capitalization, punctuation, sentence structure, and grammar usage will be considered
V.
Submission (3)
Submit to appropriate assignment folder as a Word document.
A.
NO PDF files will be accepted for grading.
B. Save paper with first and last name (2) and chosen organ system (1)
