Internal Code: MAS5172

Nursing Assignment

Assignment Description This assignment will involve describing the physiological mechanisms in place for a particular body system to maintain homeostasis of a particular factor such as blood calcium, fluid volume, blood pressure etc. While normal functioning should be the main focus of the assignment it should; however, include a brief description of how homeostasis is disrupted  leading to the appearance of disease identified in topic provided. Please note, the disease process is a minor focus. The assignment will also require the construction of a concept map that summarizes how a physiological system maintains homeostasis normally and how it can be disrupted to cause disease. Focus case study ( below) Case 2: Explain the process of bone repair following fracture of a bone. Describe bone cells and minerals involved. Mention the various types of fractures. Why would an individual with osteomalacia be more prone to fractures?