A Typical Cold?

By Brent J.F. Hill

Abstract

In this problem-based learning case, a couple who has adopted a three-year-old toddler is concerned about the child’s health, in particular the fact that the boy wheezes when he breathes. Students work in groups to analyze a variety of information and formulate a diagnosis. The case was developed for a two-semester anatomy and physiology class for undergraduates to teach them about cell physiology and tissue anatomy.

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Date Posted

02/20/2005

Overview

Objectives

Learn that cells have an electrical potential.
Learn what an electrical and chemical gradient is for an ion.
Learn the principles behind osmosis.
Learn how membrane surface area and thickness influence diffusion rates.
Be introduced to the tissues and organs of the body and their respective functions.
Learn the location and function of many exocrine glands of the body.

Keywords

Exocrine glands; osmosis; electrical potential; chemical gradient; diffusion rate; goblet cells; lung disease

Subject Headings

Anatomy

Physiology

EDUCATIONAL LEVEL

Undergraduate lower division

FORMAT

PDF

TOPICAL AREAS

N/A

LANGUAGE

English

TYPE/METHODS

Problem-Based Learning

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