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Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 7 QF-EHEA: Second Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 7

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
MED3035 Surface Anatomy Spring
Fall
2 2 3 5
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: Departmental Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Assoc. Prof. TİMUÇİN AVŞAR
Course Objectives: To reinforce the anatomy knowledge learned using cadavers and models on living body and to constitute a background for physical examination.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
The students who have succeeded in this course;
1 Define basic concepts of surface anatomy.
2 Interpret the basics of superficial structures of the human body.
3 Evaluate parts of the body depending on surface anatomy.
4 Define the projection of internal organs on the chest wall and abdomen.
5 Define the pulses of peripheral arteries.
6 Define basic concepts of photographic techniques.

Course Content

Introduction to surface anatomy; Applications of surface anatomy; surface anatomy of head and neck; surface anatomy of thorax; surface anatomy of abdomen and pelvis; surface anatomy of dorsum; surface anatomy of upper limb; surface anatomy of lower limb

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction to surface anatomy To read the relevant chapter of the textbook before the lecture
2) Usage of surface anatomy To read the relevant chapter of the textbook before the lecture
3) Surface anatomy of head To read the relevant chapter of the textbook before the lecture
4) Surface anatomy of neck To read the relevant chapter of the textbook before the lecture
5) Surface anatomy of thorax To read the relevant chapter of the textbook before the lecture
6) Surface anatomy of abdomen To read the relevant chapter of the textbook before the lecture
7) Surface anatomy of pelvis and perineum To read the relevant chapter of the textbook before the lecture
8) Homework presentations Prepare a presentation related with the homework
9) Midterm exam and practical exam To study the subjects using textbooks and practice
10) Surface anatomy of back To read the relevant chapter of the textbook before the lecture
11) Surface anatomy of upper limb Perform literature search
12) Surface anatomy of lower limb Perform literature search
13) Peripheral arteries and pulses Perform literature search
14) Seminar Prepare a presentation related with the seminar topic

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Lumley JSP. Surface Anatomy, The Anatomical Basis of Clinical Examination, Churchill Livinstone, Hartcourt Publishers Limited, Third Edition, IK (2002)
References: Backhouse KM, Hutchings RT. Clinical Surface Anatomy, Times Mirror International Publishers Limited, Barcelona, Spain (1998); Thompson AM. General Surgical Anatomy and Examination. Hartcourt Publishers Limited, London, UK (2002)

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Application 1 % 10
Homework Assignments 1 % 10
Presentation 10 % 10
Midterms 1 % 20
Final 1 % 50
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 50
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 2 28
Application 14 2 28
Study Hours Out of Class 14 4 56
Homework Assignments 2 6 12
Midterms 1 3 3
Final 1 3 3
Total Workload 130

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