Pathophysiology of Complex Illness (NURS 3262)
This pathophysiology course focuses on high acuity with medical-surgical health conditions requiring complex care. Students build on existing knowledge of human anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology 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 for clients in acute care. Students use a critical inquiry to support evidence-informed practice as they engage with course material.
Course code: NURS 3262
Credits: 2.0
Tuition: $0
Length: 30.0 hours
Course outline:
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Prerequisites
NURS 2160, NURS 2162, NURS 2265, NURS 2266, NURS 3160, NURS 3163, NURS 3164.Corequisites
NURS 3263, NURS 3264, NURS 3266. No schedule is currently available. Please check again later.
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NURS 3262 schedule for programs:
- NUSB
Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.
CRN # | Dates | Day/Time/Location |
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71593 | September 6, 2024 to December 2, 2024 | See full schedule Delivery: In Person Location: VCC Broadway Building B |
Schedule †
NURS 3262 schedule for programs:
- NUSD
Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.
CRN # | Dates | Day/Time/Location |
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60325 | May 12, 2025 to August 11, 2025 | See full schedule Delivery: In Person Location: VCC Broadway Building B |
Additional Information
- - Complex care and impact of multiple comorbidities
- Fluid and electrolyte imbalance in the acutely ill adult
- Disorders of Ventilation and gas exchange, ABG's advanced, O2 Supply and Demand, V/Q mismatch disorders, alterations in lung compliance and diffusion, oxyhemoglobin disassociation curve
- Disorders of Cardiac function - acute ischemic heart disease, cardiomyopathy, electrical disorders
- Neoplasms
- Disorders of Renal function - acute renal injury, acute on chronic renal disease, ESRD
- Multiple Trauma, Code Management
- Sepsis and Shock, types of shock
- Advanced Case Study presentations
- Evidenced based practice in high acuity
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
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Tuition and Fees are approximate and subject to change. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.