Class Physiology I

The UC studies the multiple mechanical, physical and biochemical functions in living beings. In short, physiology studies the functioning of the organism and aims to provide students with basic knowledge and the different systems are approached independently but always integrating the previously acquired knowledge. Students should understand the normal functioning of organisms and how their disturbances cause changes in the animal's life.

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Endocrinology, endocrine glands and their functions. Digestive system, regulation and peristalsis, secretions, digestion and absorption, fermentative processes, nutrient utilization after absorption. Cardiovascular system, cardiac function, electrical activity of the heart, electrocardiogram, cardiac pump, systemic and pulmonary circulation, capillary flow and fluid exchange, hormonal control of blood pressure and blood volume. Respiratory system, pulmonary ventilation and blood flow, gas exchange and gas transport, ventilation control. Non-respiratory Lung functions. Homeostasis and thermoregulation.

Informatic resources will be used to support active learning, through sharing of supplementary support materials on an e-learning platform. In theoretical classes, real-time quizzes may be conducted using a mobile application to encourage student interaction during lessons. Some of the practical classes will involve simulation of laboratory experiments using the PhysioEx 10.0 software.

Hall, J. E. e Hall M. E.(2020). Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology (14ª ed.). Elsevier Klein B. G. (2020) Cunningham’s Textbook of Veterinary Physiology (6ª ed.). Elsevier. Reece, W. O., Erickson H.H., Goff J. P., e Uemura E. E. (2015). Dukes’ Physiology of Domestic Animals (13ª ed.) Wiley-Blackwell.