Pathophysiology for Nursing Majors
General
Prefix
NURS
Course Number
316
Course Level
Undergraduate
Department/Unit(s)
College/School
College of Health and Wellness Professions
Description
Disruptions in normal physiologic function in individuals, primarily adults. Objective and subjective manifestations of common illnesses.
Credits
Min
3
Max
3
Repeatable
No
Goals and Diversity
MN Goal Course
No
Cultural Diversity
No
Learning Outcomes
Outcome
Utilize knowledge of the normal cell structure and function relating to levels of adaptation in selected disease processes.
Outcome
Apply principles of normal anatomy and physiology of human body systems to the pathophysiologic processes of common health problems.
Outcome
Apply aspects of the disease process (etiology, pathogenesis, and clinical manifestations) toward alterations of specific body systems.
Outcome
Discuss clinical manifestations of selected disease processes and health problems.
Outcome
Examine the body's adaptive and compensatory mechanisms to pathologic changes.
Outcome
Explore genetic principles and concepts applicable to pathophysiology.
Outcome
Discuss the nurse's role and responsibility for assessment of individuals experiencing health problems that result in pathophysiological alterations.
Outcome
Discuss the impact of physiological alterations on aging.
Dependencies
Courses
NURS316
is a
prerequisite
for:
Programs
NURS316
is a
completion requirement
for: