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ORHL2104: Life Sciences III
2025 unit information
This unit provides a comprehensive introduction to the anatomy and physiology of major human organ systems, along with biomedical sciences and general medicine, all of which are essential for diagnosing oral diseases and managing patient care. In case-based tutorials, students will have the opportunity to integrate foundational sciences with clinical medicine, engage in discussions of relevant research literature, and revisit key concepts from earlier lessons. Through written reports and oral presentations, students will be encouraged to explore systemic diseases linked to oral health, critically analyse scientific information, and deliver well-reasoned, creative summaries to peers and/or simulated patients.
Unit details and rules
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Medicine and Health
| Study level | Undergraduate |
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| Academic unit | Department of Medical Sciences |
| Credit points | 6 |
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Prerequisites:
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ORHL1104 and ORHL1204 |
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Corequisites:
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ORHL2101 and ORHL2102 |
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None |
| Assumed knowledge:
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None |
At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. understand the essential foundational level of knowledge of common medical conditions and systemic diseases related to adult scope practice, including pathophysiology, signs and symptoms, basic laboratory findings, and oral manifestations
- LO2. determine the impact of risk factors, systemic disease and medications on oral health and treatment planning
- LO3. understand the principles of pharmacology, the implications, risks and limitations in using therapeutic agents relevant to oral health practice
- LO4. locate, analyse and apply scientific evidence in a critical manner to understand oral biosciences.
- LO5. understand the principles of pharmacology, the implications, risks and limitations in using therapeutic agents relevant to oral health practice
- LO6. locat, analyse and apply scientific evidence in a critical manner to understand oral biosciences
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| Session | MoA ? | Location | Outline ? |
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Semester 1 2025
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Normal day | Westmead, Sydney |
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