Anatomy and Physiology: Medical Case Study
AP Biology Epidemiology
Overview
Background:
Learning Target: I can research and communicate scientifically accurate information about the disruption of homeostasis in the human body.
Introduction: To quote a student “The most interesting topic in anatomy and physiology is the diseases.” In this research project you will explore a disease or disorder of your choosing and assume the role of a health care professional such as a physician, surgeon, nurse, or therapist. You will teach the class about the disease or disorder by creating a fictional case and presenting it as an interactive presentation and write a comprehensive paper. You must have at least four sources of information, including a primary scientific source.
Getting Started:
As you begin your research, you may find it helpful to have a place to start. Below I have listed the Dewey Decimal Classification Numbers for the overarching topics of research. I have also included a list of key terms you can enter in your search engine or search bar.
Call Numbers:
These are the areas within the media center where you can find print resources to aid you in your research.
570 Biology
579.2 Viruses And Subviral Organisms
610 Medicine and health
611 Human anatomy, cytology, histology
612 Human physiology
613 Personal health and safety
614 Forensic medicine; incidence of injuries, wounds, disease; public preventive medicine
615 Pharmacology and therapeutics
616 Diseases
617 Surgery, regional medicine, dentistry, ophthalmology, otology, audiology
618 Gynecology, obstetrics, pediatrics, geriatrics
Search Terms:
Infectious Diseases
Epidemiology
Viruses
Diseases
Diseases of ____________
Infection
(The name of your particular Disease/Infection/epidemic)
Use Gale General OneFile Topic Finder to narrow down your search/ search terms.
On tool bar, look for TOPIC FINDER tab.
Databases Basic Background:
Databases Primary Sources:
Print Resources
The books listed below are reference books and are a good place to start your research. They will provide overviews of the topic, allowing you to build a basic understanding of the topic.
EBOOK
Lerner, Brenda Wilmoth, and K. Lee Lerner, eds. Infectious Diseases: In Context. 2 vols. Detroit: Gale, 2008. In Context Series. Gale Virtual Reference Library. Web. 10 Nov. 2014.
- Document URL:
- Covers the history, politics, and ethical debate related to infectious diseases. Includes articles on how such diseases impact trade and commerce, travel, and the future of industrialized and impoverished nations.
EBOOK
Diseases and Disorders. 3 vols. Tarrytown, NY: Marshall Cavendish, 2008. Gale Virtual Reference Library. Web. 10 Nov. 2014.
- Provides details on numerous infectious diseases, mental disorders, and noninfectious diseases and disorders. Examines risk factors, symptoms, treatment, and prevention. Also explores broad health care issues such as alcohol-related disorders, food poisoning, cardiovascular disorders, and injury.
EBOOK
Wexler, Barbara. Health and Wellness: Illness among Americans. 2008 ed. Detroit: Gale, 2009. Information Plus Reference Series. Gale Virtual Reference Library. Web. 10 Nov. 2014.
- Document URL
- Examines health and wellness among Americans, including the ways in which illness is currently prevented, identified, and treated. Describes the most common types of chronic, degenerative, genetic, and infectious diseases, as well as the concepts of mental health and illness. Covers both traditional and alternative medicine.
REF 616.9 CON
Bellenir, Karen Ed., and Peter D. Ed. Dresser. Contagious and Non-contagious Infectious Diseases Sourcebook. Detroit: Omnigraphics, 1996. Print.
- Provides basic information about infectious diseases such as measles, influenza, tetanus, and shingles; and includes recommendations on vaccination and immunization, as well as advice on taking antibiotics, an introduction to viruses, and discussion of emerging infectious disease threats.
REF 610.3 MAG
Brown, Brandon P. Magill's Medical Guide. Pasadena, CA: Salem, 2011. Print.
- Describes the major diseases and disorders of the human body, human anatomy and physiology, specialized medical practices, and surgical and nonsurgical procedures; with sidebars, fact boxes that list causes, symptoms, and related information for each disease and disorder.
REF 579 HAR
Hart, C. A. Microterrors: The Complete Guide to Bacterial, Viral, and Fungal Infections That Threaten Our Health. Buffalo, NY: Firefly, 2004. Print.
- Profiles of both naturally occurring and bioengineered bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa; includes date of discovery, place of origin, period of incubation, symptoms, treatments, and other key facts.
Online Resources
These online websites will provide you with an overview of the Native American people can culture. They will help you to build your understanding of the topic.
"Pathfinders." Pathfinders. N.p., n.d. Web. 20 Oct. 2014. <http://www.ipl.org/div/pf/>.
- http://www.ipl.org/div/pf/
- Expert Guides intended to help you get started doing research on a particular topic
"WHO | World Health Organization." WHO | World Health Organization. N.p., 2014. Web. 08 Nov. 2014.
- http://www.who.int/en/
- Authority for health within the United Nations system. It is responsible for providing leadership on global health matters, shaping the health research agenda, setting norms and standards, articulating evidence-based policy options, providing technical support to countries and monitoring and assessing health trends.
"Health.gov | Your Portal to Health Information from the U.S. Government." Health.gov | Your Portal to Health Information from the U.S. Government. N.p., 10 Nov. 2014. Web. 09 Nov. 2014.
- http://health.gov/
- Provides national leadership in disease prevention and health promotion by:
- Creating national health goals and objectives
- Coordinating HHS preventive health services and health education activities
- Supporting public and private programs that improve the health of Americans
"Diseases and Conditions." Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 05 Nov. 2014. Web. 10 Nov. 2014.
- http://www.cdc.gov/diseasesconditions/
- CDC.gov is CDC's primary online communication channel. Annually, there are close to 500 million page views to the site, averaging 41 million page views per month. CDC.gov provides users with credible, reliable health information
"Diseases and Conditions." -. N.p., 2014. Web. 08 Nov. 2014.
- http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions
- Comprehensive guides on hundreds of conditions.
"BioInteractive Search Results." HHMI.org. Howard Hughes Medical Institute, 2014. Web. 18 Nov. 2014.
- http://www.hhmi.org/biointeractive/browse?&field_bio_biointeractive_topics%5b0%5d=23483
- HHMI is a science philanthropy whose mission is to advance biomedical research and science education for the benefit of humanity.
Video Resources
Video Clips focused on or around your research topic.
Teacher Resources
Here are a few resources provided by your teacher.
1. Directions and Rubrics
2. Taking notes:
- No matter what form you use to take notes, you should always include the following:
- Source name, author's name, page number
- Direct quote/paraphrased information
- Why you thought that information was important