Part 1 Juan, Mrs. Cane’s 11 year old grandson, has just recently been diagnosed with leukemia. Based on the type of leukemia, his doctor suggested that a bone marrow transplant might be his best treatment option. 1) Based on you knowledge of blood physiology (specifically, blood cell count, blood cell functions, blood cell disorders, the … Read more
Reflection Instructions Please answer the following questions with supporting examples and explanations. For each of the following learning objectives, provide an analysis of how the course supported each objective. Give an example for each. Use anatomical terminology to identify and describe locations of major organs of each system covered. Interpret physiological processes for select body … Read more
The National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences defines endocrine disruptors as chemicals that can interfere or affect the functioning of the hormones within the endocrine system. These chemicals can thus disrupt the normal functioning of reproduction, growth, and development of body tissues as well as cause other health problems. Instructions: For this discussion, pick an … Read more
The special senses help us communicate with our environment. A special sense is one that has a specific organ associated with it, like the nose, tongue, ear, and eye. The special senses consist of smell, taste, hearing, balance, and vision. Instructions: Based on what your last name starts with, use the key listed below to … Read more
Analysis of a Persuasive Speech Instructions: View the persuasive speech, Graham Hill: Why I Am A Weekday Vegetarian. Based on the video, respond to the following questions in your post: What is the speaker’s topic? Who is the speaker’s target audience? How do you know? What is the speaker’s thesis? How did the speaker use … Read more
Muscle Stretching For many years controversy has existed as to whether stretching before or after exercise is beneficial. Individually many people have their own opinion when it comes to this topic. Instructions: Use this Link to Read: Stretching during warm-up: Do we have enough evidence? Note, though this article is dated, it is worth reading. … Read more
Overview In the last two modules of BIO2101, we learned about the nervous system. In this module, we explored how the cardiovascular system assists in the transport of hormones produced by the endocrine system, in addition to getting glimpses of how other organ systems may have overlap with one or both systems. This assignment will … Read more
After reviewing and studying this module’s content, answer the following 5 questions. Be sure to complete all lab activities and attend/watch all live lectures before completing this assignment. All of your answers should be written in your own words, using full sentences, correct terminology, and proper spelling and grammar. Explain the anatomical concepts associated with the endocrine system. Summarize this … Read more
Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) is most commonly known for treating the discomfort associated with menopause. However, more broadly, HRT is any form of hormone therapy that involves a patient receiving hormones to supplement or replace naturally occurring hormones in the body. For this discussion post, research different forms of HRT and choose one type to focus on. … Read more
Vertigo often presents as dizziness, which can have many causes. In this discussion, we will examine causes and their related anatomy and physiology. Within the article, The Treatment and Natural Course of Peripheral and Central Vertigo, select one type of vertigo to read about. Focus on the anatomy and physiology, as opposed to the treatments. Initial … Read more