84636 - Neurofisiopatologia 6 (SNV base)

Academic Year 2019/2020

  • Teaching Mode: Traditional lectures
  • Campus: Bologna
  • Corso: First cycle degree programme (L) in Neurophysiopathology techniques (cod. 8482)

Learning outcomes

Developing an understanding of : autonomic nervous system neuroanatomy and functions, testing of autonomic cardiovascular function, testing the circadian rhythms of blood pressure, heart rate, body core temperature and sleep-wake cycle.

Course contents

  • Functions and role of the Autonomic Nervous System
  • Symptoms and signs of autonomic dysfunction
  • Neuronantomy and physiology of the Autonomic Nervous System
  • Autonomic control of the cardiovascular system
  • Evaluation of the autonomic control of the cardiovascular system
  • Evaluation of the circadian rhythms of blood pressure, heart rate, body core temperature and sleep-wake cycle

Teaching methods

Interactive lessons

Teaching tools

Slides

Videos

Office hours

See the website of Giulia Pierangeli