Project Description: Students will select ONE body system covered in Anatomy II and analyze:
- Normal physiological function
- Regulation and homeostasis
- Common disorders affecting the system
- Nursing implications for assessment, monitoring, and safety
Body System Options (Choose ONE)
Examples include (but are not limited to):
- Digestive System
Only systems covered in Anatomy & Physiology II may be selected.
Project Format: PowerPoint Presentation
- 20 slides (excluding title and references)
- Oral presentation
Required Project Components
1. Introduction
- Overview of the selected system
- Importance of the system in maintaining homeostasis
- Purpose of the project
2. Normal Physiology
- Key physiological processes
- Regulation mechanisms (e.g., feedback loops)
- Interaction with other body systems
3. Homeostasis & Regulation
- How the system maintains internal balance
- Hormonal, neural, or chemical regulation
- Consequences of imbalance
4. Common Disorders or Dysfunction
- At least two common conditions affecting the system
- Brief explanation of altered physiology
- Impact on overall health
5. Diagnostic & Assessment Considerations
- Common diagnostic tests or assessments
- Relevant lab values or measurements
- Interpretation at a basic nursing level
6. Nursing Implications
- Nursing assessments and monitoring
- Patient safety considerations
- Relevance to medications, treatments, or procedures
7. Reflection
- What the student learned
- How understanding physiology supports safe nursing practice
8. Evidence-Based Sources
- Minimum 3 scholarly or academic sources (2022-2026)
- APA 7th edition
- In-text citations required
Academic Integrity
- All work must be original
- No plagiarism
- Proper citation required