MEDICINE
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
MED2001 Tissue Damage and Host Response Fall 3 2 4 5

Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: Must Course
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Dr. Öğr. Üyesi MEHMET OZANSOY
Course Lecturer(s): Dr. Öğr. Üyesi HANİFE YASEMİN KESKİN ERGEN
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: This first course committee of the second year serves as an introduction to clinical sciences which aims to explain what kind of alterations in structure and functions of the body may manifest as disease. This block also aims to emphasize the importance of microbiological, pathologic, biochemical, genetic and other laboratory diagnostic tools and radiology and nuclear medicine imaging techniques used for the diagnosis of the diseases.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
At the end of this committee students will be able to
• describe the importance of microorganisms in human life and learn major groups of microbial pathogens
• explain the major mechanisms of cellular, tissue and organ damage
• describe the effects and interactions of the drugs, pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics
• explain and perform wound care
• describe epidemiology and preventive medicine
• list the diagnostic techniques used in radiology and nuclear medicine
• obtain the skills needed to practice microbiologic, pathologic, biochemical, genetic and other laboratory diagnostic techniques
• remember genetic approaches which are important in diagnosis of disorders
• name the microorganisms causing infectious diseases and act considering importance of infectious diseases
• explain the importance of sterilization and disinfection for human health, remember the proper technique to use when necessary
• list the diagnostic tools and imaging techniques necessary for diagnosis and treatment of the disorders

Course Content

In this block, major mechanisms of cellular, tissue and organ damage and disorders; microbiological, pathologic, biochemical, genetic and other diagnostic tools and imaging techniques that are used for the diagnosis of the diseases and basic pharmacological principals will be covered.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction to pathology, microbiology and pharmacology; Introduction to the clinical laboratory: Organization, purposes and practice; Routes of Drug Administration -
2) Cellular response to injury: degeneration, necrosis, apoptosis; cellular adaptation: hyperplasia, hypertrophy, atrophy and metaplasia; Introduction to clinical oncology -
3) Chemical mediators of inflammation; interpretation of laboratory results; neoplasia, wound care -
4) Healing; wound care; dose effect relationship, factors that modify drug actions and drug interactions; Basics of virology and mycology; -
5) Chemical and Viral Carcinogenesis; Tumor kinetics and progression; Epidemiology, preventive medicine; Sterilization and Disinfection -

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Introduction to Pharmacology 12th Edition, Elsevier Books
Microbiology, Lippincott's Illustrated Reviews Series, LWW
Harpers Illustrated Biochemistry, Lange Medical Book
Human Molecular Genetics, T&F
References: Sobotta Atlas of Human Anatomy, Elsevier Books
Color Textbook of Histology 3e, Elsevier Books
Clinical Anatomy by Regions, LWW
Clinically Oriented Anatomy, LWW

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Final 1 % 100
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 0
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 100
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 77 1 77
Laboratory 14 1 14
Application 10 1 10
Study Hours Out of Class 20 1 20
Final 1 6 6
Total Workload 127

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Integrates the knowledge, skills and attitudes acquired from basic and clinical medical sciences, behavioral sciences and social sciences, and uses them in health service delivery.
2) In patient management, shows a biopsychosocial approach that takes into account the socio-demographic and sociocultural background of the individual, regardless of language, religion, race and gender.
3) In the provision of health services, prioritizes the protection and development of the health of individuals and society.
4) Taking into account the individual, societal, social and environmental factors affecting health; does the necessary work to maintain and improve the state of health.
5) By recognizing the characteristics, needs and expectations of the target audience, provides health education to healthy/sick individuals and their relatives and other healthcare professionals.
6) Shows a safe, rational and effective approach in health service delivery, prevention, diagnosis, treatment, follow-up and rehabilitation processes.
7) Performs invasive and/or non-invasive procedures in diagnosis, treatment, follow-up and rehabilitation processes in a safe and effective way for the patient.
8) Provides health services by considering patient and employee health and safety.
9) In the provision of health services, takes into account the changes in the physical and socioeconomic environment on a regional and global scale, as well as the changes in the individual characteristics and behaviors of the people who apply to it.
10) Takes good medical practice into account while carrying out his/her profession.
11) Fulfills its duties and obligations within the framework of ethical principles, rights and legal responsibilities required by its profession.
12) Demonstrates decisive behavior in providing high-quality health care, taking into account the integrity of the patient.
13) Evaluates his/her performance in his/her professional practice by considering his/her emotions and cognitive characteristics.
14) Advocates improving the provision of health services by considering the concepts of social reliability and social responsibility for the protection and development of public health.
15) Can plan and carry out service delivery, training and consultancy processes related to individual and community health in cooperation with all components for the protection and development of health.
16) Evaluates the impact of health policies and practices on individual and community health indicators and advocates increasing the quality of health services.
17) The physician attaches importance to the protection of his/her own physical, mental and social health, and does what is necessary for this
18) Shows exemplary behavior and leads the healthcare team during service delivery.
19) Uses resources cost-effectively, for the benefit of society and in accordance with the legislation, in the planning, implementation and evaluation processes of health services in the health institution he/she is the manager of.
20) Establishes positive communication within the health team it serves and assumes different team roles when necessary.
21) Is aware of the duties and responsibilities of the health workers in the health team and acts accordingly.
22) In the professional practices, works in harmony and effectively with the colleagues and other professional groups.
23) Communicates effectively with patients, their relatives, healthcare professionals, other professional groups, institutions and organizations.
24) Communicates effectively with individuals and groups that require a special approach and have different socio-cultural characteristics.
25) In the diagnosis, treatment, follow-up and rehabilitation processes, shows a patient-centered approach that associates the patient with the decision-making mechanisms.
26) Plans and implements scientific research, when necessary, for the population it serves, and uses the results and/or the results of other research for the benefit of the society.
27) Reaches and critically evaluates current literature knowledge about his/her profession.
28) Applies the principles of evidence-based medicine in clinical decision making.
29) Uses information technologies to increase the effectiveness of its work on health care, research and education.
30) Effectively manages individual work processes and career development.
31) Demonstrates skills in acquiring and evaluating new knowledge, integrating it with existing knowledge, applying it to professional situations and adapting to changing conditions throughout professional life.
32) Selects the right learning resources to improve the quality of the health service it offers, organizes its own learning process