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HCS2070 Urinary System

Intermediate · 1 credit · HRH - Health, Recreation, and Human Services

Description
Students acquire the attitudes, knowledge and skills necessary for achieving and maintaining urinary health and balanced body fluids. Students gain an appreciation for practising a healthy lifestyle as it pertains to the individual, family, peers and community.
Prerequisite
HSS1010: Health Services Foundations
Supporting courses
HCS2060: Endocrine System REC2010: Nutrition for Recreation Activities & Sport

Outcomes The student will:

  • 1 analyze basic principles of fluid balance

    • 1.1 describe three important roles water plays in the maintenance of health and wellness, including:

      • 1.1.1 solvent

      • 1.1.2 transport medium

      • 1.1.3 participant in metabolic reactions

    • 1.2 define terms related to fluid balance

    • 1.3 state the percentage of water in the body related to body weight

    • 1.4 compare intracellular and extracellular fluid, naming four types of extracellular fluid

    • 1.5 describe how water intake and output is balanced

    • 1.6 explain the thirst mechanism

    • 1.7 justify the importance of electrolyte balance

    • 1.8 justify the importance of pH balance

    • 1.9 analyze characteristics of urine as indicators of health, including:

      • 1.9.1 volume

      • 1.9.2 pH

      • 1.9.3 specific gravity

      • 1.9.4 normal constituents

      • 1.9.5 abnormal constituents

  • 2 explain the basic anatomy and functions of the urinary system

    • 2.1 define common terms related to the urinary system and fluid balance using a list of prefixes, roots and suffixes

    • 2.2 name and locate the major organs of the urinary system

    • 2.3 describe the functions of the urinary system, including:

      • 2.3.1 elimination of waste from blood

      • 2.3.2 water balance

      • 2.3.3 acid-base balance and regulation of electrolytes

      • 2.3.4 blood pressure regulation

      • 2.3.5 stimulation of red blood cell production

    • 2.4 describe the structures of the kidneys and their role in the formation of urine, including:

      • 2.4.1 connection to the circulatory system (renal vein and artery)

      • 2.4.2 organization (cortex, medulla, pelvis)

      • 2.4.3 the significance of the nephron as the functional unit of the kidneys

    • 2.5 diagram the major structures of the nephron, including:

      • 2.5.1 glomerular (Bowman’s) capsule

      • 2.5.2 loop of Henle

      • 2.5.3 proximal convoluted tubule

      • 2.5.4 distal convoluted tubule

    • 2.6 diagram the blood supply to the nephron, including:

      • 2.6.1 afferent arteriole

      • 2.6.2 glomerular capillaries

      • 2.6.3 efferent arteriole

      • 2.6.4 peritubular capillaries

    • 2.7 analyze the formation of urine in each of the structures of the kidney, including:

      • 2.7.1 glomerular filtration as a result of blood pressure

      • 2.7.2 tubular reabsorption and the processes of diffusion, osmosis and active transport

      • 2.7.3 tubular secretion

      • 2.7.4 concentration of urine, including considerations for the movement of ions, permeability of the tubule and role of ADH

    • 2.8 describe the role of the kidney in the regulation of blood pressure by:

      • 2.8.1 identifying the hormones involved in regulating blood pressure

      • 2.8.2 creating a feedback diagram of the process that regulates blood pressure

    • 2.9 describe the process of urination, including:

      • 2.9.1 stretch receptors

      • 2.9.2 voluntary and involuntary control

  • 3 evaluate factors that contribute to the promotion and maintenance of a healthy urinary system

    • 3.1 summarize the role of the urinary system in achieving and maintaining wellness

    • 3.2 explain the role of hydration

    • 3.3 summarize the basic effects of aging on the function of the urinary system

    • 3.4 predict the effect of lifestyle choices on the wellness of the urinary system, including choices related to cultural beliefs and practices

    • 3.5 recommend preventative lifestyle choices required for urinary wellness, including describing the relationship of:

      • 3.5.1 active living to urinary health

      • 3.5.2 proper nutrition to urinary health

  • 4 explain the basic pathology and treatment of conditions related to the urinary system

    • 4.1 summarize the signs and symptoms of common urinary conditions

    • 4.2 summarize causes of pathologies of the urinary system

    • 4.3 describe diagnostic procedures available for conditions of the urinary system

    • 4.4 summarize medical and integrative health treatments available for conditions of the urinary system

    • 4.5 summarize the role of dietary management for the treatment and management of various conditions of the urinary system

    • 4.6 describe the impact of pathologies of the urinary system on other body systems

    • 4.7 explain the social, emotional and economic impact of conditions of the urinary system on the individual, family, peers and community

    • 4.8 summarize community resources available for people living with urinary system pathologies

  • 5 demonstrate basic competencies

    • 5.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:

      • 5.1.1 communicate

      • 5.1.2 manage information

      • 5.1.3 use numbers

      • 5.1.4 think and solve problems

    • 5.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:

      • 5.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours

      • 5.2.2 be responsible

      • 5.2.3 be adaptable

      • 5.2.4 learn continuously

      • 5.2.5 work safely

    • 5.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:

      • 5.3.1 work with others

      • 5.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 6 identify possible life roles related to the skills and content of this cluster

    • 6.1 recognize and then analyze the opportunities and barriers in the immediate environment

    • 6.2 identify potential resources to minimize barriers and maximize opportunities

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