Evaluate the student’s understanding of human physiology, interrelated body systems, and the role of homeostasis in health and disease

The purpose of this project is to evaluate the student’s understanding of human physiology, interrelated body systems, and the role of homeostasis in health and disease, with direct application to nursing assessment and patient care.

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):

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
See the attached rubrics