Part I

QUESTION 1

OBJECTIVE:

This assignment is to evaluate learners’ analytical skills in exploring the importance of the anatomy and physiology of the human body and its relation to diseases.

SYNOPSIS:

Acute pulmonary embolism (PE) is a common cardiovascular and cardiopulmonary illness with an incidence in the United States that exceeds 1 per 1000 and a mortality rate >15% in the first 3 months after diagnosis and this makes PE possibly as deadly illness as acute myocardial infarction (Samuel et al., 2023). Consequently, early detection and prompt presentation for medical evaluation have lagged far behind the public awareness of acute coronary syndromes and stroke. Hence, as a medical professional imparting the knowledge, skills and experiences in managing the patients with any medical issues is important in order to achieve the best outcomes.

QUESTION:

Discuss the anatomy and physiology of a peripheral circulatory system as well as the pathophysiology of a cardiopulmonary system for a patient whom develop an acute pulmonary embolism (PE).

Part II

Question 1

ONLINE FORUM PARTICIPATION (10%)

Discuss the following topic(s) in the e-forum and submit proof of your discussion participation.

• Briefly explain the functions of insulin and glucagon for the blood glucose control.
• Discuss the component of liver and its functions.
• Explain the process of regulatory checks and balance by the kidney that maintain the hemostasis of the tissue fluids.