Unit Award Scheme

120594 THE STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION OF THE HEART

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have		Evidence needed
shown knowledge of
0
shown knowledge of
1	the structure and main functions of the human heart	Student completed work
demonstrated the ability to
2	dissect a lamb's heart safely using surgical instrument, eg a scalpel	Summary sheet
3	label at least three structures within the heart, ie valves, chambers, vessels	Summary sheet
shown knowledge of
4	the electrical activity of the heart	Student completed work
demonstrated the ability to
5	label an electrocardiogram (ECG)	Summary sheet and/or student completed work
6	take an individual's blood pressure using an electronic monitor	Summary sheet
shown knowledge of
7	diastole and systole blood pressure in relation to the cardiac cycle	Student completed work
8	at least two disorders of the cardiac system that affect blood pressure or an ECG reading.	Student completed work

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 6 March 2024Level - Level Two