Med Term

Exam Day Protocol and Student Conduct

  • Importance of Punctuality

    • Several students have expressed that late entry on exam days is distracting.

    • Moving forward, all students must ensure they arrive on time for exams.

    • Instructor emphasizes the impact of tardiness on others' ability to focus during tests.

  • Instructor's Personal Preparation

    • Classes start at 11:00 AM on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

    • Instructor arrives at 9:00 AM to secure parking due to the crowded campus.

    • Encourages students to arrive by 1:00 PM on exam days to avoid issues.

  • Noise Management During Exams

    • Acknowledgment of noise from doors and student movements during exams.

    • Instructor will prop open a door to minimize noise and distractions.

  • Proctor Conduct

    • Proctors will have reduced verbal communication during exams to avoid distracting students.

    • Important to know that if screens go dark, students may receive communication, and failure to comply could result in exam submission.

Class Rules and Exam Reflection

  • Classroom Rules for Phones

    • Phones must be put away during class to minimize distractions.

  • Exam Reflection Exercise

    • Students instructed to take a piece of paper and reflect on their exam preparation.

    • Prompted questions include:

    • "How did I prepare for the exam?"

    • Encouraged honesty in responses regarding engagement, note-taking, and study habits.

    • Emphasis on the importance of investing time in self-study.

  • Identifying Areas for Improvement

    • Students prompted to note what they will change moving forward in preparation for future exams.

    • Encouragement to take accountability for their academic outcomes.

  • Instructor Availability

    • Instructor encourages students to reach out for help, especially regarding complex subjects like medical terminology.

Trusting the Educational Process

  • Encouragement to Students

    • Instructor stresses the importance of resilience and not giving up, especially as future healthcare professionals.

    • Encourages a positive mindset and trust in the learning process.

Urinary System Overview

  • Function of the Urinary System

    • The urinary system produces urine via the filtration process.

    • Main function: eliminate nitrogenous waste from the body.

  • Analogy with the Digestive System

    • Compares the urinary system’s function to the digestive system, which takes what is needed and expels the rest.

  • Voiding Process

    • The process of getting rid of urine is referred to as voiding or urination.

  • Anatomy of the Urinary System

    • Kidneys:

    • Two bean-shaped organs, located retroperitoneal (back of the abdominal cavity).

    • Functions as filters for the blood.

    • Important structures include:

      • Glomeruli: The functional unit that performs filtration.

      • Renal Pelvis: Where urine collects before moving to the ureters.

    • Urine Pathway:

    • From kidneys, urine travels to the ureters, then to the bladder (cysto), and finally through the urethra for excretion.

Terminology and Medical Words

  • Key Medical Terms

    • Nephro/Renal: Terms related to kidneys.

    • Cysto: Relating to the bladder.

    • Trigon: The triangular area at the base of the bladder which signals the need to void.

  • Changing Context in Medical Terminology

    • Differentiation between terms like nocturia (urination at night) and enuresis (bedwetting).

    • Understanding suffixes such as -itis, indicating inflammation (e.g., cystitis: inflammation of the bladder).

Student Study Practices

  • Self-Reflection on Preparation

    • Emphasis on studying efficiently and being honest about one’s own preparation techniques and study time.

  • Caution with Note-taking

    • Beautiful note-taking is not required; focus instead on big keywords and processes discussed in class.

    • Previous diagrams can be reused instead of redrawing every detail.

  • Medical Terms to Remember

    • Terms related to urinary disorders, such as:

    • Hydronephrosis: condition of excess fluid in the kidneys.

    • Hematuria: presence of blood in the urine.

    • Anuria: absence of urine production.

Clinical Implications of Urinary Disorders

  • Prostate Issues in Males

    • Common condition of chronic inflammation (prostatitis) affecting males as they age, leading to frequent urges to void.

  • Pregnancy Effects on Urination in Females

    • The weight of the uterus during gestation can cause increased frequency of urination.

  • Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Risks

    • Females are at higher risk for UTIs due to anatomy; understanding the reasons can help with prevention and education.

  • Urine Analysis for Diagnosis

    • Urinalysis can detect various conditions based on the constituents of urine, including fat, blood, and pathogenic organisms.

Concluding Remarks and Preparation for Next Class

  • Encouragement to Modify Workouts for Pregnant Women

    • Training adjustments should be made for women with a history of childbirth, to prevent involuntary urination.

  • A Reminder to Continue Learning

    • Importance of classroom interactions and encouraging students to seek clarification and assist one another.

  • Next Steps

    • Prepare to dive deeper into urinary pathology and continue reviewing all relevant terminology in preparation for upcoming exams.