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UG Physiology Competencies
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Andhra Medical College · Department of Physiology
Physiology Learning Hub
A dedicated academic resource centre for MBBS students. Access learning materials, curriculum documents, small group teaching resources and interactive self-assessment tools.
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Understand physiology through application
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Practice and test your understanding
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Browse the available Physiology learning resources. Use the search field or category filters to find a resource.
Academic Plan
Physiology Yearly Plan 2026–27
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Small Group Teaching – Physiology
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Competency-Based Undergraduate Curriculum
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Additional Physiology Learning Resource
Open the supplementary Physiology learning material shared through Google Drive.
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Wellness
Yoga Unit – Department of Physiology
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Department of Physiology – AMC
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Featured Learning Module
Neuromuscular Junction (NMJ)
Study the class material and reinforce your understanding through interactive MCQs.
PHYSIOLOGY · NERVE–MUSCLE PHYSIOLOGY
Learn. Revise. Test Yourself.
Access the NMJ class PDF for guided study and use the interactive learning module to practise MCQs and assess your understanding of neuromuscular transmission.
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Suggested Student Learning Approach
Use the resources systematically to prepare, understand and assess your learning.
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Prepare
Review the relevant class material and learning objectives before the teaching session.
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Understand
Connect physiological mechanisms with diagrams, examples and clinical applications.
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Practise
Attempt the available MCQs and revisit topics that need further revision.
Andhra Medical College
· Department of Physiology
Academic Learning Resources
Academic Learning Resources
Department of Physiology · Andhra Medical College
Clinical Examination Case Sheets
Professional Year I MBBS – Practical Learning Resources. Structured bedside examination worksheets to guide students in systematic clinical examination, observation and documentation.
Learn Clinical Examination Systematically
These case sheets have been prepared by the Department of Physiology, Andhra Medical College, Visakhapatnam, to support first-year MBBS students during practical sessions and supervised bedside learning. Download the relevant worksheet and use it during clinical examination practice.
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Clinical Case Sheets
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PDF Pages
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Professional Year I MBBS
General Physical Examination
A systematic head-to-toe examination covering general appearance, consciousness, orientation, body build, nourishment and clinical signs.
Includes: Anthropometry, BMI, vital signs, pallor, icterus,
cyanosis, hands, nails, head, neck, skin and summary.
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Cardiovascular System Examination
Comprehensive cardiovascular bedside examination with relevant history, peripheral examination and systematic assessment of the precordium.
Includes: Pulse, blood pressure, peripheral pulses, JVP,
precordial inspection and palpation, cardiac auscultation.
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Cranial Nerve Examination
Structured examination of all twelve cranial nerves, with preparation, focused history, screening and relevant specialised tests.
Includes: Olfaction, vision, pupils, ocular movements,
trigeminal, facial, vestibulocochlear and bulbar functions.
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Abdominal Examination
A systematic abdominal examination worksheet with focused history, abdominal mapping and structured bedside assessment.
Includes: Inspection, auscultation, palpation, percussion,
abdominal regions, organ examination and special tests.
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Sensory System Examination
Assessment of superficial, deep and cortical sensations, with bilateral comparison and documentation of sensory findings.
Includes: Light touch, pin-prick, temperature, dermatomes,
joint position, vibration and cortical sensations.
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Motor System Examination
Structured neurological motor examination with assessment of muscle bulk, tone, power and reflex responses.
Includes: Muscle circumference, MRC power grading,
upper and lower limb power, reflexes, coordination and gait.
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Respiratory System Examination
Comprehensive respiratory examination with focused history, general assessment and systematic examination of the chest.
Includes: Inspection, palpation, percussion, auscultation,
breath sounds, voice transmission and clinical summary.
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Important Instructions for Students
Students should review the relevant case sheet before each practical session. Clinical examination must be performed with patient consent, privacy, dignity and appropriate faculty supervision. Record actual observations rather than assuming normal findings. These worksheets are intended for undergraduate learning and do not replace supervised clinical assessment.
Department of Physiology · Andhra Medical College
OSCE Assessment Sheets
Objective Structured Clinical Examination resources for Professional Year I MBBS students. Practice essential clinical and physiological skills using structured station-based assessment sheets.
Practice. Perform. Get Assessed.
These OSCE assessment sheets provide a structured framework for practical skill assessment. Each station includes candidate instructions, stepwise assessment criteria, mark allocation, critical errors and examiner feedback.
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OSCE Stations
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Marks per Station
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Professional Year I MBBS
Manual Blood Pressure Measurement
Demonstration of blood pressure measurement using the manual auscultatory method, with accurate identification of systolic and diastolic pressures.
Assesses patient preparation, cuff selection, palpatory
method, Korotkoff sounds, BP recording and safety.
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Adult Basic Life Support – CPR & AED
Simulated single-rescuer adult basic life support assessment using a manikin, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation and automated external defibrillator use.
Assesses scene safety, recognition, high-quality CPR,
compression rate and depth, ventilation and AED safety.
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Knee Jerk (Patellar) Reflex
Demonstration of the patellar deep tendon reflex on both lower limbs, including elicitation, grading and explanation of the reflex arc.
Assesses patient positioning, tendon identification,
reflex hammer technique, 0–4+ grading and L2–L4 reflex arc.
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Plantar Reflex – Babinski Response
Examination of the plantar response on both feet, recognising flexor, extensor, absent and equivocal responses.
Assesses safe stimulus, correct stroke direction,
observation of toe movement and corticospinal significance.
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Rinne & Weber Tuning-Fork Tests
Bedside assessment of air and bone conduction and sound lateralisation using a 512-Hz tuning fork.
Assesses correct tuning-fork technique, Rinne and Weber
findings, and interpretation of conductive and
sensorineural hearing loss.
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Radial Pulse Examination
Systematic examination of the radial pulse on both wrists, including rate, rhythm, volume and comparison of the two sides.
Assesses anatomical location, palpation technique,
pulse characteristics, documentation and interpretation.
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Instructions for Students
Review the station instructions before practical assessment. Perform each procedure systematically, explain the steps clearly, obtain consent where applicable and maintain patient safety and dignity. Pay particular attention to critical errors and the examiner’s assessment criteria.