NU 311 Pathophysiology AC
This course focuses on pathophysiology as it relates to the nursing actions and responsibilities needed to manage and provide care for clients who are experiencing acute or chronic physiologic health conditions. Reduction of risk potential including complications from existing conditions will also be explored as well as health promotion and disease prevention as it relates to the disease process. References to the aging process and genetics and their impact on pathophysiology will be included. Content builds on prior anatomy and physiology concepts learned in prerequisite coursework. The course is offered in an accelerated format for second degree accelerated students.
Prerequisite
NU 206/206L; NU 221/221L
Corequisite
NU 216/216L; BI 161/162