2. What is the scope of anatomy and
physiology in pharmacy?
• Scope: This subject is designed to impart
fundamental knowledge on the structure and
functions of the various systems of the human
body. It also helps in understanding both
homeostatic mechanisms. The subject provides
the basic knowledge required to understand
the various disciplines of pharmacy.
3. WHY LEARNING ANATOMY AND
PHYSIOLOGY IS IMPORTANT
• Anatomy and Physiology are one of the most
prominent and crucial subjects of medical, nursing
and pharmacy education. Without studying these
essential topics, no doctor, nurse or pharmacist
can work & function in the medical and
healthcare sector.
• Anatomy is basically the study of structure,
framing, and the relationship between body parts.
Physiology, on the other hand, is the branch of
medical science that deals with the study of
functions of body parts as a whole.
4. • Study of anatomy and physiology make
students understand these basic following
points:-
• The functions of the human body
• The framework of body parts
• Location of various organs
• Location of cells and tissues
• Knowledge regarding body systems like the
nervous system, respiratory system, digestive
system, reproductive system, etc.
• Understandings regarding various bones and
joints, and a lot more.
5. There are various reasons due to which study of
anatomy and physiology is must for students.
Fundamental Knowledge
Anatomy and Physiology provide basic knowledge
about the human body. It helps in clearing the
fundamental concepts as to how our bodies
function.
Theoretical & Practical Knowledge
With the help of the knowledge of anatomy and
physiology, one gets to learn not only the
theoretical concepts but practical functionalities
of the human body too. It is not only a theory-
based subject of science but a practical-oriented
subject too.
6. Conditions of Emergencies
Knowing human anatomy helps in cases of
emergencies as well. In the absence of supervising
doctors or nurses, pharmacists are the ones who are
supposed to take care of patients in emergencies. To
cope with such situations, an pharmacist should be
familiar with the concepts of anatomy and physiology
which can, ultimately, prove to be of great help.
Tracking of Patient’s Health
Anatomy and Physiology education help in
understanding the health status of patients. It helps in
assessing, evaluating, diagnosing and tracking a
patient’s health. The theories of this subject assist in
comprehending the overall condition of the human
body.
7. Improves Medical & Clinical Skills
Having apt learning about human anatomy
helps in improving and polishing the medical
and clinical skills. Since these, both topics are
quite integral to medical science, they help in
becoming a well-skilled pharmacist.
Quick Recognition & Analysis of the Cause of
Illness
When an pharmacist is familiar with the
fundamentals of human anatomy, he/she can
promptly recognize and analyze a patient’s
cause and roots of illness.
