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B1_F That students have demonstrated that they have and understand knowledge in an area of study that is based on general secondary education, and that it is at a level that, if supported by advanced textbooks, also includes some aspects that involve knowledge from the forefront of your field of study
B2_F That students know how to apply their knowledge to their job or vocation in a professional way and have the skills that are usually demonstrated by developing and defending arguments and solving problems within their area of study
B3_F That students have the ability to gather and interpret relevant data (usually within their area of study), to make judgments that incorporate a reflection on relevant social, scientific and ethical issues
E5_F Assess the functional status of the patient, considering the physical, psychological and social aspects
E19_F Know how to communicate effectively and clearly, both orally and in writing, with users of the healthcare system, as well as with other professionals
E21_F Identify the effects of exercise on the structure and function of the human body
T1_F Acquire the ability to communicate in a foreign language and work in an international context
T2_F Demonstrate ability to organize and plan
T3_F The student must be able to develop skills in interpersonal relationships and be able to work within an intra and interdisciplinary team
The subject of pharmacology and nutrition, which includes two specific areas of knowledge (pharmacology and nutrition) aims to introduce second-year students of the Degree in Physiotherapy in the knowledge and use of pharmacological strategies and knowledge. of the fundamental principles of human nutrition applied to physiotherapy.
This subject has methodological and digital resources to make possible its continuity in non-contact mode in the case of being necessary for reasons related to the Covid-19. In this way, the achievement of the same knowledge and skills that are specified in this teaching plan will be ensured. The TecnoCampus will make available to teachers and students the digital tools needed to carry out the course, as well as guides and recommendations that facilitate adaptation to the non-contact mode.
Identifies the main historical facts of anatomy, physiology, biochemistry and biomechanics, as well as knowing how to recognize the study methods and recording techniques most used in these disciplines and interpret their data and graphs.
It applies, based on knowledge, the effects of physical activity and physical interventions, caused on the biochemical reactions of different human organs and systems.
It applies, based on knowledge, the changes and adaptations that occur due to variation in age, gender and environmental stress.
Activity |
Hours |
Methodology |
Skills |
Master classes |
47 |
Face-to-face sessions with audiovisual material. |
B1, B2, B3, T2, E5, E19, E21 |
Group work |
12 |
Case study and problem solving. |
B1, B2, B3, T1, T2, T3, E5, E19, E21 |
Group tutoring |
3 |
Face-to-face sessions |
B1, B2, E19, T2 |
Seminars |
10 |
Group work through cooperative learning activities. |
B1, B2, B3, T1, T2, T3, E5, E19, E21 |
Individual work |
13 |
Questionnaires and individual work |
B1, B2, B3, T1, T2, E5, E19, E21 |
Self-employment |
65 |
Personal study and bibliographic research. |
B1, B2, B3, T1, T2, E5, E21 |
The program will be presented on the first day and the operation of the individual activities and seminars will be explained.
Pharmacology Contents:
Topic 1. General Pharmacology
Topic 2. Pharmacology of the endocrine system
Topic 3. Pharmacology of the respiratory system
Topic 4. Pharmacology of the cardiovascular system
Topic 5. Anti-inflammatory and analgesic
Topic 6. Blood pharmacology
Topic 7. Musculoskeletal farnacology
Topic 8. Pharmacology of the nervous system
Topic 9. Pharmacology of exercise. Doping
Topic 10. Polymedicine
Seminars 1, 2 and 3. Solving problems and cases raised from the theoretical agenda
Nutrition contents:
Topic 1. Introduction.
Item 2. Basic concepts and clinical practice.
Topic 3. Energy and nutrients.
Item 4. Food groups.
Item 5. Balanced diet.
Item 6. Anthropometry and assessment of body composition.
Item 7. Food, sport and physical activity.
Item 8. Supplementation and ergogenic aids.
Seminars 1, 2 and 3. The seminar sessions will explain different concepts needed to use them in a practical way and related to topics covered during the course.
Individual works. These are three compulsory works and will be implemented through the Moodle platform. They will be opened and closed according to the teaching period. The texts, articles or videos will be uploaded to the Moodle platform or you will need to search for them on the web as directed.
Activity |
Hours |
Master classes |
47 |
Group work |
12 |
Group tutoring |
3 |
Seminars |
10 |
Individual work |
13 |
Self-employment |
65 |
The evaluation of the subject is continuous, through different tools to assess the different skills needed to pass the subject.
The assessment of competencies will be done through the following activities:
The assessment of competencies will take into account the presence and involvement during seminars and problem solving as well as individual interventions in the different exercises on the Moodle platform.
Evaluation activity |
Weighting |
Assessed skills |
Teamwork |
20% |
B1, B2, B3, T1, T2, T3, E5, E19, E21 |
Individual projects |
30% |
B1, B2, B3, T1, T2, E5, E21 |
Individual final exam (50% pharmacology and 50% nutrition) |
50% |
B1, B2, B3, T1, T2, T3, E5, E19, E21 |
In order for the exam mark to average the rest of the marks obtained during the course, it will be necessary to obtain a mark higher than 5 points. In the exam it will be necessary to pass both the part corresponding to the contents of Nutrition and the part corresponding to the contents of Pharmacology.
The notes resulting from the individual and group work done during the course of the subject will not be recoverable.
According to article 5 of Royal Decree 1125/2003, the results obtained for the student will be graded according to the numerical scale from 0 to 10, with the corresponding qualitative grade: failed, approved, notable, excellent , honors.
Evaluation activity in recovery period |
Weighting |
Assessed skills |
Individual examination |
50% |
B1, B2, B3, T1, T2, T3, E5, E19, E21 |
In accordance with current regulations, you can only opt for recovery, if it has been suspended the subject. If the rating is Not presented, you will not be eligible for recovery.
The total or partial copy in any of the learning activities will mean a "Not Presented" in the subject, without option to present in the proof of recovery and without prejudice of the opening of a file for this reason
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