NRS 227 - Pathophysiology

Human physiological responses to disease, stress and the environment are studied; and pathophysiological processes are analyzed to provide the scientific rationale for nursing interventions. Diagnostic and medical treatment modalities are studied in conjunction with pathological dynamics.

Semester hours: 3.0

Prerequisites:

  • BIO 210 - Microbiology - Lecture and Lab
  • BIO 211 - Human Anatomy - Lecture and Lab
  • BIO 213 - Human Physiology - Lecture and Lab
  • CHM 110 - Fundamentals of Chemistry - Lecture and Lab
  • NRS 118 - Introduction of Professional Nursing Concepts and Clinical Judgment: Theory
  • NRS 125 - Foundational Skills and Assessment of the Adult: Theory
  • NRS 126 - Foundational Skills and Assessment of the Adult: Clinical
  • NRS 153 - Population Health Nursing: Foundations

Co-requisites:

  • NRS 233 - Assessment and Care of the Adult with Abnormal Findings: Theory
  • NRS 234 - Assessment and Care of the Adult with Abnormal Findings: Clinical
  • NRS 235 - Pharmacology I

Restrictions and Notes:

  • LPN-BSN students see advisor.

Last updated: 02/29/2024