University of Medicine, Taunggyi

Department of Physiology

Department of Physiology

Objectives

At the end of the second M.B., B.S. course, the learner should

have the knowledge of

  • normal functions of the human body
  • basic laws and principles underlying physiologic processess
  • interactions and interrelations among the body systems
  • working of the body under certain environmental and pathophysiological conditions
  • body’s responses to stress (the neurophysiologic basis of human behaviour)

be able to demonstrate the skills in

  • performing, recording and interpreting certain laboratory tests
  • performing certain aspects of clinical examination
  • problem solving and interpreting the given data
  • performing cadiopulmonary resuscitation as a first aid measure
  • using the instruments that are commonly used by community doctors
  • interpersonal communication

develop sound attitudes

  • regarding the important of physiology as a basis for understanding clinical disciplines
  • regarding the person as a whole and as an intergral part of his family and his community (holistic outlook)
  • towards the need for continuing self-education through critical reading and evaluation of information
  • towards the need for ethical consideration

show the habits of

  • applying scientific method in approaching/ solving problems
  • applying/ disseminating physiologic knowledge in improving the lifestyles and the health standard of oneself, one’s family and one’s community
  • taking responsibilities and maintenance of discipline
  • participating in team work