Syllabus
Course Body Systems II – Cardiovascular and Respiratory Systems
Program MD Program
Faculty Medicine
Study cycle One-Cycle Educational Program
Semester II
Course status Mandatory
Purposes of the course ● To give the student a broad and systematic knowledge of cardiovascular
and respiratory anatomy;
● To teach the student basic radiology to be able to distinguish the
anatomical structures of the major organs of the cardiovascular and
respiratory systems;
● To provide the student with the knowledge about the basics of
physiology of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems and current
cellular processes.
Amount of credits (ECTS) Total – 10 credits / 300 hours
and distribution of hours Anatomy – 4 / 120
Physiology – 4 / 120
Imaging – 2 / 60
Semester includes 21 weeks: 15 - Training weeks, 6 - session weeks.
Mid-term exam will be held on the 8th-9th weeks of the academic semester.
The final exam of the semester will be held on the 18th - 19th weeks.
Additional exam is conducted in terms of the 20th-21st weeks.
The period between the final and the additional exams shall be not less than 5
days.
Admission preconditions Body Systems I
Learning outcomes
1. Field knowledge After completing the academic
course, a student:
● Defines the components of
the cardiovascular system,
describes the anatomical
layers of the heart and
explains their functions;
Examines the interconnection
between the heart and main
blood vessels, the lymph
nodes, and the lymphatic
system.
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● Identifies the characteristics
of the electrocardiogram and
defines them in relation to
the electrical activity of the
heart.
● Describes the physical
characteristics of the blood
and the mechanism of its
outcomes;
● Describes the structure of the
respiratory system, defines
respiratory functions and gas
exchange processes.
● Describes radiological images of
major organs of the cardiovascular
and respiratory systems.
14. Professionalism After completing the academic
course, a student:
● Effectively
manages time.
● Analyzes and concludes;
● Demonstrates creativity;
● Demonstrates knowledge in
practical activities.
Content Please see Appendix 1
Teaching - learning Teaching and learning methods:
methods and activities ● Lecture
● Practical work
Activities:
Lecture activities:
● Explanation
● Demonstration
● Training Video Films
Activity of practical work:
● Group Work;
● Problem-based teaching (PBL)
● Presentation
● Discussion/debates
● Training using simulators (Virtual reality (VR), Anatomage table)
Assessment system Knowledge of a student is assessed with a 100-point grading system. 100
points represents a maximum grade. The prerequisite for acquiring ECTS
credit is to accumulate at least 51 points out of 100.
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The knowledge assessment system includes:
a) Five types of positive assessment:
a.a) (A) Excellent - 91-100 points;
a.b) (B) Very good - 81-90 points;
a.c) (C) Good - 71-80 points;
a.d) (D) Satisfactory - 61-70 points;
a.e) (E) Sufficient - 51-60 points.
b) Two types of negative assessment:
b.a) (FX) Did not pass - 41-50 points, which means that a student needs to work
harder to pass and is granted with the right to take one additional exam in terms
of independent work;
b.b) (F) Fail- 40 points and less out of maximum assessment, which means the
performance of a student is not sufficient and the learner has to study the
subject again.
The student will be admitted to the additional examination if he/she has
exceeded the minimum threshold of the final positive assessment (51 points)
but has not exceeded the minimum threshold of the final exam.
The student will be admitted to the final exam if he / she exceeds the
minimum threshold of the intermediate assessment.
Credit can be granted if:
a) The student's results exceeded the minimum threshold of the final exam;
b) The student got at least 51 points out of a maximum 100 points in the final
evaluation.
Minimum threshold of the integrated module’s in each subject is 50 %,
Minimum threshold of intermediate assessment is 50% (30 points),
for the final exam – 50%+1 (21 points).
Evaluation components, Student’s knowledge assessment:
methods and criteria
Total assessment - 100 points
Midterm assessment- 60 points:
● Quiz – 18 points
● Oral Survey- 20 points
● Laboratory work - 2 points
● Midterm – 20 points
Final exam - 40 points
Description of evaluation criteria:
1. Quiz- 18 points
● Quiz is conducting twice in a semester and each is graded with 9 points.
It includes 36 MCQ
● Each MCQ question is assessed by 0,5 point
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2. Oral Survey- 20 points
The oral survey is conducted 20 times per semester. Each of them is
evaluated by 1 point. (8 time in Anatomy, 8 time in Physiology, 4
time in Imaging)
The criteria of the oral survey are:
1 point: The student is well-prepared, thoroughly masters the syllabus
material. The answers to the questions are correct, substantiated and
accurate. A student has a good understanding of the material.
0.5 point: The student knows only a part of the syllabus topic, the answers
to the questions are correct, but incomplete / not exhaustive.
0 point: The student is completely unprepared, has not studied the topic
of the syllabus, cannot answer questions.
3. Lab work assessments – 2 points
Lab work conducting 2 time a semester, each grades maximum 1 points.
● 1 points - the student performs the laboratory work independently, is
able to fully interpret the results, thoroughly knows the theoretical part
of the laboratory work.
● 0.5 points - the student is not able to perform laboratory work
independently and cannot interpret the results, the theoretical
justification is not satisfactory.
● 0 points - The student is unable to complete the laboratory work and
has no theoretical knowledge.
4. Midterm exam-20 points
● consists of 30 questions, among 20 MCQ (0,5 point) and 10 MCQ (1
point)
5. Final exam - 40 points.
OSPE - 10 points and test - 30 points.
A) Test: consist 47 questions, among 34 MCQ (0.5 point) and 13
MCQ (1 point)
B) OSPE: Objectively structured practical exam, which assessed by 10
points and represented by 4 stations. The evaluation of each component
at the stations is determined according to the evaluation sheet so that
the total evaluation is 10 points. The assessment sheet is designed
considering performed task specifics. The distribution of the
corresponding points of the assignment performed at the station is
given in detail in the evaluation sheet.
Plagiarism and cheating are serious forms of academic misconduct and
violation of the norms and requirements for academic integrity. Using
somebody's ideas and opinion without proper citation and referencing is not
tolerated. If there are any precedents of plagiarism, a lecturer is required not to
assess and evaluate a student's work. Written assignments, which require
citation and referencing are checked through plagiarism detection software
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(Turnitin). Written assignments with any occurrence of plagiarism will not be
assessed and a lecturer should provide feedback to a student clarifying the
reason. A student is eligible to appeal the decision about nullifying an
assignment. The appeal is studied in accordance with the University Code of
Ethic and Disciplinary Liability.
Administrative notes The course lecturer must inform the students about the academic program
requirements and the workload peculiarities at the first lecture.
The student shall:
⮚ Attentively see the course syllabus.
⮚ Meet with the syllabus requirements (do homework; prepare for a
seminar or practical work, test, presentation, etc.).
Basic literature 1. Gray’s Anatomy for students 4th edition 2019
2. GUYTON AND HALL TEXTBOOK OF MEDICAL PHYSIOLOGY,
THIRTEENTH EDITION, 2016
3. Grainger's & Allison's Diagnostic Radiology 2nd edition 2019
Auxiliary literature 1. Human Anatomy & Physiology, Elaine N. Marieb, Katja Hoehn, 11th edition,
2018, Pearson
2. Sectional Anatomy for Imaging Professionals, Lorrie L. Kelley, Connie M.
Peterson, 2018, Mosby
3. Human Physiology by Stuart Ira Fox Dr. 16th edition, 2021
4. Human Physiology: From Cells to Systems by Lauralee Sherwood 9th edition
2016
5. Imaging Atlas of Human Anatomy, Jonathan D. Spratt, et al., 2016, Elsevier
Appendix 1
Course Content
Week Topic (Lecture/Practical work) Literature
Anatomy 1.2.3.
Cardiovascular system. Mediastinum. Pericardium. Heart anatomy.
Cardiac orientation. Cardiac chambers overview. Systemic and
pulmonary circulations.
I Physiology
Cardiac Muscle; The Heart as a Pump and Function of the Heart
Valves
Imaging
Thorax radiology
Anatomy 1.2.3.
Cardiac chambers (all of them) and valves. Cardiac skeleton.
Oral Survey 1
II
Physiology
Rhythmical Excitation of the Heart
Oral Survey 1
5
Imaging
Heart Radiological Anatomy, CT, MRI, X-ray, US
Anatomy 1.2.3.
Coronary vasculature and innervation of the heart. Conductive
system SA and AV nodes, bundle of His.
Physiology
III The Normal Electrocardiogram
Oal Survey
Imaging
Imaging of Aorta, parts of Aorta, Anomalies of Aorta.
Anatomy 1.2.3.
Pulmonary trunk, ascending aorta, aortic arch and its branches.
Carotid system. Subclavian arteries.
Oral Survey 2
Physiology
Overview of the Circulation; Biophysics of Pressure, Flow, and
IV
Resistance
Oral Survey 2
Imaging
Pulmonary Arteries Imaging
Oral survey 1
Anatomy 1.2.3.
Thoracic and abdominal aorta. Iliac arteries..
Physiology
Vascular Distensibility and Functions of the Arterial and Venous
V Systems
Imaging
Imaging of Aortic branches (Thorax)
Quiz I
Anatomy 1.2.3.
Venous system. Superior vena cava, inferior vena cava, hepatic portal
circulation. Azygos system of veins
Oral Survey 3
VI
Physiology
Local and Humoral Control of Tissue Blood Flow
Oral Survey 3
6
Imaging
Imaging of Aortic branches (Abdomen)
Oral Survey 2
Anatomy 1.2.3.
Vessels of the upper limb; Superficial veins. Fascia and
Compartments of Palm, Arteries and Veins of Hand
Physiology
VII
Nervous Regulation of the Circulation and Rapid Control of Arterial
Pressure
Imaging
Upper extremities arteries Imaging
VIII-IX Midterm Exam
Anatomy 1.2.3.
Vessels of the lower Limb: Subcutaneous Tissue and Fascia, Venous
and Lymphatic Drainage of Lower Limb;
Physiology
Role of the Kidneys in Long-Term Control of Arterial Pressure and in
X Hypertension: The Integrated
System for Aterial Pressure Regulation
Imaging
Lower Extremities Arteries Imaging
Anatomy 1.2.3.
Neck and cranial vascular system;
Oral Survey 4
XI Physiology
Cardiac Output, Venous Return, and Their Regulation
Oral Survey 4
Imaging
Pelvic Arteries Imaging
Anatomy 1.2.3.
Face and scalp; Superficial Vasculature of Face and Scalp; Maxillary
and lingual arteries.
Oral Survey 5
XII
Physiology
Heart Valves and Heart Sounds; Valvular and Congenital Heart Defects
Lab work : ECG (valves)
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Imaging
Neck and facial region arteries Imaging
Anatomy 1.2.3.
Respiratory tract: Nasal cavities
Physiology
Pulmonary Ventilation
XIII Oral Survey 5
Imaging
Intracranial and extracranial arteries Imaging
Quiz II
Anatomy 1.2.3.
Respiratory tract: pharynx
Oral Survey 6
Physiology
Pulmonary Circulation, Pulmonary Edema, Pleural Fluid
XIV
Lab work: spirometry
Imaging
Upper respiratory tract Radiology
Oral Survey 3
Anatomy 1.2.3.
Respiratory tract: larynx
Physiology
Principles of Gas Exchange; Diffusion of Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide
Through the Respiratory
Membrane
XV Oral Survey 6
Imaging
Lower Respiratory tract and Pleura Radiology
Integrated PBL, Part 1
Anatomy 1.2.3.
Pleura and lungs
Oral Survey 7
XVI
Physiology
Transport of Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide in Blood and Tissue Fluids
Oral Survey 7
8
Imaging
Central Vein system Imaging
Integrated PBL, Part 2
Oral Survey 4
Anatomy 1.2.3.
Viscera of thorax: breast and diaphragm
Oral Survey 8
Physiology
XVII Regulation of Respiration
Oral Survey 8
Imaging
Peripheral Vein system Imaging
XVIII -
Final Exam
XIX
XX - XXI Make-up Exam
Note: The literature number specified in the textual material corresponds to the number of the source
specified in the compulsory literature of this course.
