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Definition of health information science. Distinguish between data, information knowledge and wisdom. Attribute of health information, relationship of information science to other discipline in medical and allied health sciences. Information commodity as an economic good. Information perception constraint theory, Shannon and weaver’s theory of information , Brooke’s Model of Information, Melvin Defleur’s. Model of Information Communication, Ellis Model of Information Seeking Behaviours, Wilson Model of Information Seeking Behaviours. Health information processing methods, technology acceptance theory, reason actions theory, data operations in automated health information management system.

Homeopathic Materia Medica. Remedies: original and nomenclature/kingdoms. Polycrest remedies. Study of 10 remedies in each kingdom. Homeopathy pharmacy. Analytical methods by use of thin layer chromatography (TCL). Control study by violet absorption spectrum method. The dilution and the vibration of succession techniques. Mechanisms of action of homeopathic remedies. Pharmacology and Pharmacognosy of homeopathy. Homeopathy in clinical practice. Case history. Current illness. Personal and family history. Psychosocial history. Clinical examination. Laboratory investigation. Homeopathic remedies. General remedy finder. Duration of the homeopathic result. Duration and outcome of treatment. The clinical application of homeopathy. Epidemics. Diseases of cardiovascular system. Disease of respiratory system. Disease of gastrointestinal system. Disease of endocrine system. Disease of urinary system. Orthopaedic disorder. Disease of connective tissues. Disease of the skin. Venereal disorder. Neurological diseases. Gynaecological disease. Paediatric disease and many others.

Definition and goals of studying Human Nutrition and Dietetics; Historical development, philosophy and objectives of Nutrition and dietetics; Career opportunities in Human Nutrition and Dietetics, including the necessary academic preparations and personal qualities required. Basic human needs and the role of Human Nutrition and Dietetics in meeting these needs; Nature of families and their nutritional needs; Definition of major concepts in Nutrition: Nutrients, their functions and sources; malnutrition; adequate diets; nutrient needs/requirements; Relationship between nutrition and health, including HIV/AIDS; Human Nutrition and Dietetics in National Development. 200 Level

Management and operations of different multimedia formats; practical exercise in word processing, software packages, Internet surfing and downloading information; micro-form technology; practical exercise on CD-ROM technology; practical hands-on; overhead projector, graphics, power point presentations; development and use of database systems. Introduction to spreadsheet. Basic concepts and technologies of information security. Personnel / organisational skills for information security managers and officers: staffing, training, certification, incentives. Evaluation of information security personnel, non-security information technology personnel and many others. Organisational development rated to security awareness, threats and responses; and ethics/ codes of behaviour in information security, security in networked environments.

Laboratory sessions on basic physiology experiments, especially those related to the frog sciatic nerve, smooth muscles and blood physiology.

Laboratory sessions on basic physiology experiments, especially those related to the frog sciatic nerve, smooth muscles and blood physiology. 300 Level

Laboratory sessions on basic physiology experiments, especially those related to the frog sciatic nerve, smooth muscles and blood physiology. Classification of Nerve fibres. Membrane potentials, Nerve generation and conduction of impulses. Synapses and synaptic transmission. Functional organisation of CNS, autonomic neurotransmitters and autonomic effects.

Definition of maxillo-facial prosthetics. Introductory treatment of fractures related to the maxillo- facial region, the importance of maxillo-facial prosthetics in contemporary dental practice, history of maxillofacial prosthetics. Description of the outlay of a typical maxillo-facial laboratory and its essential requirements in terms of tools and equipment. Design of maxillo-facial laboratory taking safety precautions into account. Identification of common fracture sites in the maxillo-facial region and common maxillo-facial appliance such as acrylic splints, eyelet wiring, and many others.

General introduction to Medical Microbiology, immunology and Histopathology, specimen collection, reception and registration. Safety precaution in Medical Microbiology Immunology and Histopathology Laboratories. Microscopy use and care of the microscope and other equipment sterilisation-principles and techniques. Glassware-care and maintenance. Refrigeration-Principle, uses and care. General introduction to clinical Chemistry, Haematology and Blood Transfusion Sciences. Storage and disposal of specimens. Specimen containers. Safety precaution in the chemical pathology, Haematology and Blood Bank Laboratories. Handling of Laboratory animals.

History. Ethical orientation and scope of practice of medical rehabilitation professions. Roles of medical rehabilitation in preventive, promotive, curative and rehabilitative care. Importance of patients in health care, and patient’s family in treatment. Responsibilities of the clinician and the patient. Student/patient relationship. Respect and confidentiality. Patient care communication – Professional conduct and ethical practice. Teamwork. Listening and interviewing skills. Use and interpretation of verbal and nonverbal communication. Emotional responses to, and strategies for managing patient’s behavior and patient’s safety. Medical laws and regulation.