Introduction to Pathophysiology (NURS 1162)
This course introduces the study of pathophysiology. Students build on existing knowledge of human anatomy and physiology by examining altered functions for selected body systems. Pertinent microbiology, immunology, epidemiology, pharmacology, diagnostic content and nursing interventions are integrated to reflect the interrelated and holistic nature of the body’s responses to illness and healing. Students use a process of critical inquiry to support evidence-informed practice as they engage with course material focusing on the older adult.
Course code: NURS 1162
Credits: 2.0
Tuition: $0
Length: 30.0 hours
Course outline:
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Corequisites
NURS 1150, NURS 1161, NURS 1153, NURS 1164. No schedule is currently available. Please check again later.
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- - Introduction to pathophysiology concepts
- Mechanisms of infectious disease and inflammatory response
- Alterations in temperature regulation
- Acute and Chronic Pain
- Disorders of:
--blood pressure regulation
--visual and hearing function
--the neural function: Parkinson’s Disease
--musculoskeletal function: Osteoarthritis, Osteoporosis
--blood flow in the venous systemic circulation
--respiratory function: Pneumonia
--gastrointestinal function: motility, C. Difficile diarrhea, Constipation
--genitourinary function: Neurogenic bladder, incontinence, stones, UTI
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
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