BMS233 Nutritional Physiology (8)
CSU Discipline Area: Biomedical Science (BIMSC)
Duration: One session
Abstract:
In this subject students examine physiology pertinent to the study of human nutrition. The subject relies on a basic understanding of human anatomy and physiology and extends students understanding of relevant topics with appropriate pathophysiological examples.
+ Subject Availability Modes and Locations
| Session 2 | |
|---|---|
| Internal | Wagga Wagga |
| Distance | Wagga Wagga |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: BMS233
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
Prerequisite(s):
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
be able to:
* Describe in detail the function of the gastrointestinal system;
* Discuss the regulatory mechanisms that control the gastrointestinal system;
* Understand and explain the physiological and nutritional mechanisms controlling appetite and thirst;
* Describe in detail the nutritionally related functions of the renal system;
* Discuss some of the more important nutritionally related pathophysiological conditions;
* Describe the changed nutritional physiology under conditions of stress such as exercise and over-nutrition;
* Rationalise the various theoretical and practical aspects of energy balance and body composition assessment.
* Describe the inter-relationship between nutrition and immune function;
* Discuss the physiological basis of selected current issues in nutritional physiology.
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
* Functional anatomy and physiology of the gastrointestinal system and accessory organs, including mechanical & chemical digestion, absorption and pancreatic, liver and biliary system function; * Control of gastrointestinal secretion and motility (via hormones & neural reflexes); * Olfaction, gustation, thirst, hunger and appetite; * Selected gastrointestinal pathophysiology and related conditions; * Renal physiology including fluid, electrolyte and acid-base balance and excretion. * Renal pathophysiology including nutritional implications of renal failure * Energy balance, weight control and body composition assessment; * Altered nutritional physiology under "stress" conditions including exercise and overnutrition (obesity); * Interactions between nutrition and immune function; * Physiological considerations in sports nutrition (such as hydration, replenishment and ergogenic aids) * Current issues in nutrition (such as anaemia and skeletal health)
The information contained in the 2013 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 24 April 2013. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.