The respiratory and digestive systems enable gas exchange and energy processing, supplying oxygen and nutrients for cellular respiration and metabolism.
The respiratory and digestive systems enable gas exchange and energy processing, supplying oxygen and nutrients for cellular respiration and metabolism.
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What you'll learn
Master respiratory system anatomy and function
Understand gas exchange and transport mechanisms
Explore digestive system components and processes
Analyze nutrient processing and absorption
Identify common respiratory and digestive disorders
Apply knowledge to clinical scenarios
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
1.6 Hours PreRecorded video
4 assignments, 2 peer reviews
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There are 5 modules in this course
This comprehensive course explores the respiratory and digestive systems through a systems-based approach. Students learn detailed anatomy and physiology of breathing mechanics, gas exchange, digestive processes, and nutrient absorption. The course covers complete respiratory and digestive pathways, from inhalation to cellular respiration and ingestion to elimination, while emphasizing both structural understanding and functional relationships.
Welcome to Exchange & Energy
Module 1 · 42 Minutes to complete
The Respiratory System
Module 2 · 3 Hours to complete
The Digestive System - Overview through Esophagus
Module 3 · 1 Hours to complete
The Digestive System: Stomach through Elimination & Diseases
Module 4 · 2 Hours to complete
Course Final Assessments & Summary
Module 5 · 50 Minutes to complete
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Instructor
Innovator in Physical Therapy Education and Research
Dr. Laura S. Kabiri is a distinguished faculty member at Rice University, where she teaches in the Sports Medicine & Exercise Physiology program. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Houston and earned her Master of Science, Doctor of Physical Therapy, and Doctor of Philosophy degrees from Texas Woman’s University. As a licensed physical therapist in Texas and a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Dr. Kabiri has shifted her research focus to explore the role of gratitude in the undergraduate natural science classroom, building on her previous work in pediatric and adolescent health and wellness. Her teaching responsibilities include courses such as Human Physiology, Human Anatomy, and Movement Disorders, where she has developed innovative curricula, including a virtual cadaver dissection laboratory. Recognized for her excellence in teaching, she has received multiple awards and actively participates in various university committees. Beyond academia, Dr. Kabiri contributes to her community through volunteer work with the Houston Food Bank and the Chevron Houston Marathon, while enjoying time with her family in her personal life.
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