DIATC 126 - Renal Pathophysiology

Institution:

Skagit Valley College

Subject:

Description:

Review of normal anatomy and physiology of the urinary system. Introduction to pathological changes and/or conditions of the urinary system. Comparison of peritoneal dialysis vs. hemodialysis. Discussion of the effect of pathological changes on the functioning of the kidney during end stage renal disease (ESRD). Effects of kidney disease on patients and their families, communities and cultures. Treatment modalities are discussed. Prerequisite: DIATC 124 with minimum C grade; concurrent enrollment in AHE 106, 112, and 113 or Department Chair permission.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.skagit.edu

Phone Number:

(360) 416-7600

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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