MED2021 unit 1 of 2

Introduction to pharmacology and neurosciences

(MED)

Dr A A Beveridge (Pharmacology) and Professor U Proske (Physiology)

Synopsis: A good basic knowledge of neurosciences and pharmacology is essential for students to understand material taught in cardiovascular and respiratory medicine. Studies include the central and peripheral nervous system; sensory receptors and stimulus transduction; mode receptors and spinal reflexes; proprioception; motorneurones and central synaptic transmission; the innervation of smooth and cardiac muscle (autonomic nervous system); the principles of pharmacology; and the effects of drugs which modulate peripheral neurotransmission by either selective or non-selective action.

Assessment: Examination (2 hrs): 90% + MCQ, short essay questions, practicals: 10%