NURS 320 - Principles of Pathophysiology and Clinical Nutrition

Institution:

Francis Marion University

Subject:

Nursing

Description:

This course examines the physiologic mechanisms underlying selected alterations in health that occur throughout the life cycle. Relationships between physiologic responses and environmental influences are explored as these factors interact adversely on the functioning of body systems. Coping and adaptation, as normal human responses to potential or actual problems, are emphasized as well as selected diseases, diagnostics, clinical manifestations, and selected treatments. The course will also develop the learners' knowledge of nutrition and diet therapy in nursing. Topics will focus on the basics of nutrition, health promotion across the lifespan, herbal and dietary supplements, nutritional standards, alterations in nutrition along with nutritional assessment and screening. Cultural considerations will be incorporated throughout. Specific dietary requirements/restrictions will be correlated with the various pathophysiologic conditions.

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Corequisites:

NURS 301 AND NURS 309 AND NURS 317

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.fmarion.edu

Phone Number:

(843) 661-1362

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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