Advanced Health Assessment, Pathophysiology, and Pharmacology

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Overview

Subject area

NURS

Catalog Number

515

Course Title

Advanced Health Assessment, Pathophysiology, and Pharmacology

Department(s)

Description

This course focuses on advanced health assessment, concepts of normal pathophysiology of major body systems and the rationale for the use of selected pharmacotherapeutic interventions. Knowledge of normal pathophysiology provides the students with a basis for interpreting health deviations, variations from normal and pathophysiologic processes across the life span. Classifications of pharmaceuticals are examined for use, evidence of efficacy, the principles of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics will be discussed. Client teaching and counseling are addressed with attention to elements promoting a positive response to therapy.

Typically Offered

Fall, Spring

Academic Career

Graduate

Liberal Arts

No

Credits

Minimum Units

3

Maximum Units

3

Academic Progress Units

3

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Lecture

Hours

3

Requisites

037113

Course Schedule