Unit 5 Assignment Brief
- 1. Unit 5: Anatomy and Physiology for Health and Social Care
- 2. Health and Social Care BTEC Extended Diploma Task 1 Unit 5 Anatomy and Physiology for Health and Social Care Learner name: Assessor name: Mrs Roe Issue date: 5th January 2016 Submission date: 20th January 2016 Submitted on: Programme: Level 3 Health and Social Care BTEC Extended Diploma Unit 5 Anatomy and Physiology for Health and Social Care Assignment reference and title: Task 1 The Structure of Cells, Tissues, Organs and Systems. Structure of a typical cell (P1) The main tissue types of the body and the role these play in two named organs of the body (P2) Learning objective: 1 Know the organisation of the human body Scenario: A local university is opening a new cytology department and would like your assistance in producing some of the introductory course literature. The introductory course outlines cell structure and function. You are required to produce a fact booklet for first year cytology students. Assessment Method: Fact Booklet & notes.
- 3. Criteria Covered: Task ref. Evidence submitted Page numbers or description P1 outline the functions of the main cell components P2 outline the structure of the main tissues of the body Additional comments to the Assessor: Assessment criteria: A local university is opening a new cytology department and would like your assistance in producing some of the introductory course literature. The introductory course outlines cell structure and function. You are required to produce a fact booklet for first year cytology students. The booklet should include; The main activities carried out by the Cells: cell membrane, nucleus, cytoplasm; organelles – mitochondria, endoplasmic reticulum (smooth and rough), Golgi apparatus and lysosome. Describe the structure of the main tissues of the body and their role in the functioning of two named body organs. Tissues: epithelial: simple (cuboidal, columnar, squamous, ciliated), compound (simple, keratinised) connective: blood, cartilage, bone, areolar, adipose muscle: striated, non- striated, cardiac nervous: neurones, neuroglia include examples of where each tissue type might be found Although it is not necessary to include images of cell structure, your work will be more coherent if you include labelled images. If you download material from the internet you must provide a detailed reference, you cannot download completed diagrams, and you must either draw yourself of label yourself.
- 4. Range of Content: 1 Know the organisation of the human body Organisation: cells; tissues; organs; systems Cells: cell membrane, nucleus, cytoplasm; organelles – mitochondria, endoplasmic reticulum (smooth and rough), Golgi apparatus, lysosome Tissues: epithelial: simple (cuboidal, columnar, squamous, ciliated), compound (simple, keratinised) connective: blood, cartilage, bone, areolar, adipose muscle: striated, non-striated, cardiac nervous: neurones, neuroglia examples of where each tissue type might be found Body organs: location of heart, lungs, brain, stomach, liver, pancreas, duodenum, ileum, colon, kidneys, bladder, ovaries/testes, uterus; structure and function of the skin Systems: gross structure of cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, renal, nervous, endocrine, reproductive, lymphatic, musculo-skeletal, immune Main functions of systems: overall function of each system, e.g. digestion of food materials, maintenance of oxygen supply, transport and supply of materials to cells, receptors of information from the environment, co-ordination, eliminating waste products, reproduction; overview of interactions of the different structures within each system Learner declaration I certify that the work submitted for this assignment is my own. I have clearly referenced any sources used in the work. I understand that false declaration is a form of malpractice. Learner signature: Date:
- 5. Health and Social Care BTEC Extended Diploma Task 2 Unit 5 Anatomy and Physiology for Health and Social Care Learner name: Assessor name: Mrs L Roe Issue date: 25th January Submission date: 10th February Submitted on: Programme: Level 3 Health and Social Care BTEC Extended Diploma Unit 5 Anatomy and Physiology for Health and Social Care Assignment reference and title: Task 2 Structure and Function of the Major Body Systems. The main body organs and their overall function (P3) Learning objective: 1 Know the organisation of the human body Scenario: You have been employed by a local hospital to help develop resources for a group of trainee nurses. You are required to produce a detailed booklet outlining the structure and function of the major body systems. Assessment Method: Booklet. Criteria Covered:
- 6. Task ref. Evidence submitted Page numbers or description P3 outline the gross structure of all the main body systems Additional comments to the Assessor: Assessment criteria: Structure and Function of the Major Body Systems. You have been employed by a local hospital to help develop resources for a group of trainee nurses. You are required to produce a detailed booklet outlining the structure and function of the major body systems. The booklet should cover the following areas; Description of the main body systems; o Cardiovascular system o Respiratory system o Digestive system o Renal system o Nervous system o Endocrine system o Musculo-skeletal system o Immune system o Reproductive system (male and female) o Lymphatic system. Range of Content: 1 Know the organisation of the human body Body organs: location of heart, lungs, brain, stomach, liver, pancreas, duodenum, ileum, colon, kidneys, bladder, ovaries/testes, uterus; structure and function of the skin Systems: gross structure of cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, renal, nervous, endocrine, reproductive, lymphatic, musculo-skeletal, immune Main functions of systems: overall function of each system, e.g. digestion of food materials, maintenance of oxygen supply, transport and supply of materials to cells, receptors of information from the environment, co-ordination,
- 7. eliminating waste products, reproduction; overview of interactions of the different structures within each system Learner declaration I certify that the work submitted for this assignment is my own. I have clearly referenced any sources used in the work. I understand that false declaration is a form of malpractice. Learner signature: Date:
- 8. Health and Social Care BTEC Extended Diploma Task 3 Unit 5 Anatomy and Physiology for Health and Social Care Learner name: Assessor name: Mrs Roe Issue date: 10th February change to 1st Submission date: 2nd March Submitted on: Programme: Level 3 Health and Social Care BTEC Extended Diploma Unit 5 Anatomy and Physiology for Health and Social Care Assignment reference and title: Task 3 Functioning of the Body Systems associated with Energy Metabolism. The role of energy in the body (P4, M1, D1) Learning objective: 2 Understand the functioning of the body systems associated with energy metabolism Scenario: You have been asked as an advisor in a local sports centre to produce a booklet to explain to clients how the body requires and uses energy. Assessment Method: An information booklet.
- 9. Criteria Covered: Task ref. Evidence submitted Page numbers or description P4 explain the physiology of two named body systems in relation to energy metabolism in the body M1 discuss the role of energy in the body D1 analyse how two body systems interrelate to perform a named function/functions Additional comments to the Assessor: Assessment criteria: Functioning of the Body Systems associated with Energy Metabolism. You have been asked as an advisor in a local sports centre to produce a booklet to explain to clients how the body requires and uses energy. Briefly describe the role of energy in the body, why it is needed and what it is used for. Explain how the cardiovascular system, respiratory system and digestive system interrelate with each other. Include; Blood circulation as the main transport system of the body. The raw materials and waste products involved in energy metabolism that are transported to and from cells. Maintenance of oxygen provision to the cells and removal of carbon dioxide.
- 10. The process of digestion, explaining what happens in each part of the digestive system. Include absorption and the fate of the end products of digestion. M1 – consider 2 main body systems, how does their physiology (structure) help them to perform their function in relation to energy metabolism. D1 – using specific examples show clearly how the body systems interrelate to each other. Diagrams are required. Range of Content: 2 Understand the functioning of the body systems associated with energy metabolism Energy: forms, e.g. chemical, heat, sound, electrical, light Energy laws: conservation of energy; transformation of energy Energy metabolism: role of energy in the body; anabolism and catabolism; activities involved in supplying energy to the cells of the body– roles of cardiovascular, respiratory and digestive systems Cardiovascular system: heart – structure, cardiac cycle, heart rate, stroke volume, blood pressure, blood vessels– arteries, arterioles, capillaries, venules, veins; pulmonary and systemic circulation; structure and function of the blood Respiratory system: role of air passages in nose; structure and functions of trachea, bronchi, lungs bronchial tree, alveoli; role of ciliated epithelial tissue; respiratory muscles– intercostal muscles, diaphragm; ventilation, gaseous exchange, diffusion Digestive system: alimentary canal – oesophagus, stomach, duodenum, ileum, colon; liver, pancreas, salivary glands; role of digestive system in breakdown and absorption of food materials, ingestion, peristalsis, digestion, absorption, egestion Role of enzymes in digestion: amylases, proteases, lipases; sites of secretion; role in digestion Major products of digestion: peptides and amino acids, sugars, glycerol and fatty acids; roles in the body; storage of excess fats and carbohydrates; deamination of excess proteins and the fate of end products; role of the liver; role of the kidneys Absorption of food: into blood; into lacteals; role of villi and microvilli Learner declaration I certify that the work submitted for this assignment is my own. I have clearly referenced any sources used in the work. I understand that false declaration is a form of malpractice. Learner signature: Date:
- 11. Health and Social Care BTEC Extended Diploma Task 4 Unit 5 Anatomy and Physiology for Health and Social Care Learner name: Assessor name: Mrs Roe Issue date: 2nd March Submission date: 16th March Submitted on: Programme: Level 3 Health and Social Care BTEC Extended Diploma Unit 5 Anatomy and Physiology for Health and Social Care Assignment reference and title: Task 4 Homeostatic Mechanisms and the Maintenance of an Internal Environment. Homeostasis and how the body responds to exercise (P5, M2, D2) Learning objective: 3 Understand how homeostatic mechanisms operate in the maintenance of an internal environment Scenario: A local university is opening a new cytology department and would like your assistance in producing some of the introductory course literature. The introductory course outlines cell structure and function. You are required to produce a fact booklet for first year cytology students. Assessment Method:
- 12. Written report. Criteria Covered: Task ref. Evidence submitted Page numbers or description P5 explain the concept of homeostasis M2 discuss the probable homeostatic responses to changes in the internal environment during exercise D2 evaluate the importance of homeostasis in maintaining the healthy functioning of the body. Additional comments to the Assessor: Assessment criteria: Homeostatic Mechanisms and the Maintenance of an Internal Environment. Homeostasis is the process of maintaining a constant internal environment despite external changes. For this task you need to; (a) Describe the homeostatic mechanisms that regulate; heart rate breathing rate body temperature
- 13. blood glucose levels. Include annotated diagrams with supporting descriptions. (b)Explain how these homeostatic responses change in the internal environment during exercise. Use the scenario given and show how the body works to maintain homeostasis. (c) Explain the importance of homeostasis in maintaining the healthy functioning of the body. What would happen if homeostasis did not occur? How would the body cope? Range of Content: 3 Understand how homeostatic mechanisms operate in the maintenance of an internal environment Homeostasis: definition of homeostasis, internal environment, concept of negative feedback as a regulatory mechanism Homeostatic mechanisms for regulation of: heart rate: roles of internal receptors, autonomic nervous system-sympathetic and parasympathetic nerve supply, cardiac centre, sinoatrial node; effects of increased body temperature and adrenaline on heart rate breathing rate: roles of internal receptors, autonomic nervous system – sympathetic and parasympathetic nerve supply, respiratory centre, diaphragm and intercostal muscles body temperature: production of heat by the body, e.g. through metabolic processes; loss of heat by the body – radiation, conduction, convection, evaporation; roles of hypothalamus, autonomic nervous system – sympathetic and parasympathetic, skin – role of arterioles and sweat glands; effects of shivering; implications of surface area to volume ratios, e.g. in the care of babies; fever blood glucose levels: roles of pancreas, liver, insulin, glucagon Learner declaration I certify that the work submitted for this assignment is my own. I have clearly referenced any sources used in the work. I understand that false declaration is a form of malpractice.
- 14. Learner signature: Date: Health and Social Care BTEC Extended Diploma Task 5 Unit 5 Anatomy and Physiology for Health and Social Care Learner name: Assessor name: Mrs Roe Issue date: 2 March Submission date: 16 March Submitted on: Programme: Level 3 Health and Social Care BTEC Extended Diploma Unit 5 Anatomy and Physiology for Health and Social Care Assignment reference and title: Task 5 Interpreting Data Obtained from Monitoring Routine Variations in the Functioning of Healthy Body Systems. P6, M3 Learning objective: 4 Be able to interpret data obtained from monitoring routine activities with reference to the functioning of healthy body systems.
- 15. Scenario: A local university is opening a new fitness suite and would like your assistance in producing some of the introductory course literature. The introductory course outlines how to monitor body systems. You are required to produce a fact booklet for first year nursing students. Assessment Method: Written report. Practical measurements Criteria Covered: Task ref. Evidence submitted Page numbers or description P6 follow guidelines to interpret collected data for heart rate, breathing rate and temperature before and after a standard period of exercise. M3 present data collected before and after a standard period of exercise with reference to validity. Additional comments to the Assessor: Assessment criteria: Interpreting Data Obtained from Monitoring Routine Variations in the Functioning of Healthy Body Systems.
- 16. You will be required to obtain data by measuring the temperature, pulse and breathing rates of a healthy individual at rest and at intervals during recovery from a standard exercise test. You will need to know; How to take the measurements using safe practice. The range of normal values The factors that affect the reliability of the data you obtain. You will need to interpret and analyse your data, draw graphs and then demonstrate how homeostatic mechanisms respond to exercise. Activity: Measure body temperature, heart and breathing rate before and after a standard period of exercise (e.g. Harvard step test), interpret the data and comment on its validity. Analyse the data obtained to show how homeostatic mechanisms control the internal environment during exercise. Include graphs and tables. Range of Content: 4 Be able to interpret data obtained from monitoring routine activities with reference to the functioning of healthy body systems Measurements: pulse rate, breathing rate, temperature; normal values and ranges; safe practice in taking measurements, recognition of factors affecting reliability of measurements Normal variations: as measured at rest and then at intervals during recovery following a standard exercise test, e.g. Harvard step test Data presentation and interpretation: graphs and charts; supporting explanations of collated data Learner declaration I certify that the work submitted for this assignment is my own. I have clearly referenced any sources used in the work. I understand that false declaration is a form of malpractice. Learner signature: Date:
- 17. Indicative reading for learners Textbooks Clancy J and McVicar A – Physiology and Anatomy: A Homeostatic Approach (Hodder Arnold, 2002) ISBN 9780340762394 Crittenden M, Pope S, Shakels E, Thompson A, Thomson D – BTEC National Health and Social Care Book 1 (Edexcel, 2007) ISBN 9781405868105 Givens P, Reiss M – Human Biology and Health Studies (Nelson Thornes, 2002) ISBN 9780174900603 Jenkins M – Human Physiology and Health (Hodder and Stoughton, 2000) ISBN 9780340658529 Mader S – Understanding Human Anatomy and Physiology (McGraw, 2004) ISBN 9780071111607 Minett P, Wayne D, Rubenstein D – Human Form and Function (Hyman, 1989) ISBN 9780713527148 Shaw L – Anatomy and Physiology (Nelson Thornes, 2005) ISBN 9780748785841 Stretch B – Core Themes in Health and Social Care (Heinemann, 2007) ISBN 9780435464257 Stretch B and Whitehouse M (editors) – Health and Social Care Book 1 (Heinemann, 2007) ISBN 9780435499150 Stretch B and Whitehouse M – BTEC Level 3 Nationals in Health and Social Care Student Book 1 (Pearson, 2010) ISBN 9781846907663 Stretch B and Whitehouse M – BTEC Level 3 Nationals in Health and Social Care Student Book 2 (Pearson, 2010) ISBN 9781846907470 Ward J, Clarke R W and Linden R – Physiology at a Glance (WileyBlackwell, 2005) ISBN 9781405113281 Wright D – Human Physiology and Health (Heinemann, 2007) ISBN 9780435633097 Wright D – Human Biology (Heinemann, 1989) ISBN 9780435599607 Journals and magazines Biological Science Review New Scientist Nursing Times