HLSC 302 - Pathology for Rehabilitation

Institution:

Mercy University

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Description:

This course examines the effects of pathological conditions on individuals across the lifespan. It explores pathology as it relates to the rehabilitation potential for patients with genetic and developmental disorders and disorders of the cardiovascular, respiratory, endocrine, genitourinary, renal, gastrointestinal, hepatic, immune, metabolic, integumentary, and musculosketal systems. Students will investigate the etiology, epidemiology, and medical and surgical management of patients with pathologies of the systems outlined above. Emphasis is placed on the impact and clinical presentation of the disorders on rehabilitation management. 3 sem. hrs. 3 crs. Prerequisites: BIOL 161 or BIOL 130 and BIOL 131. 3 sem. hrs. 3 crs.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.mercy.edu

Phone Number:

(800) 637-2969

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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