NSG 2200 - Pathophysiology

Institution:

Curry College

Subject:

Description:

Fall and Spring Semesters This course examines selected pathophysiological concepts within a nursing framework. The course incorporates biopsycho- social aspects of disease. Concepts include mechanisms of disease causation, genetics, immune processes, cellular growth/proliferation, circulation, oxygenation, and alterations in neurological and endocrine function. The effects of various environmental conditions, risk factors for illness and physiological compensatory changes are examined. Adaptative responses across the life span are addressed for each system. Prerequisites: NSG 2001.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.curry.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 333-2900

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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