NSG 268. Pathophysiology for the Professional Nurse

Three credits

This course focuses on altered cell functioning resulting in deviations from homeostasis. Topics of study include principles of homeostasis, and the immune, cardiopulmonary, renal, nervous, gastrointestinal, hematological, musculoskeletal, and endocrine systems. The student's ability to relate this to the individual's need for care is emphasized. Pathological alterations in health at the systems level and implications for nursing care are emphasized. Prerequisite: Junior Nursing majors