Pathophysiology

0-3 Credits · Level: Graduate, Undergraduate

This didactic course provides foundational knowledge of human physiology and pathophysiology. Topics are covered from a molecular, cellular, tissue, organ, and system perspective, and related to disease states that are important to nursing practice. The focus of this course is to impart concepts of physiology and pathophysiology which are elemental to nursing practice, based on a comprehensive understanding of the patient’s underlying physiological and disease processes and their impact on the plan of care. Emphasis is also placed on integrating and conceptualizing information gained from many sources to develop a nursing diagnosis and a nursing plan of care for clients of all ages, with any disease states. 3 credits (associated non-credit recitation).