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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to introduce the student to pathophysiologic concepts related to altered biological processes affecting individuals across the lifespan. The first part of the course emphasizes the basic concepts of pathophysiology: cellular level of response, fluid and electrolytes, acid-base balance, and immune response. The second part of the course focuses on the application of the basic concepts to body systems and disease processes. The course builds on previous principles from anatomy, physiology, and chemistry. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1151, BIOL 1151L (CHEM 1151, CHEM 1151L or CHEM 1211, CHEM 1211L.) Prerequisite or corequisite(s): BIOL 1152, BIOL 1152L
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3.00 Credits
This course focuses on developing skills for interacting with families in human service systems such as health care settings, schools, and private nonprofit organizations. The course is designed to introduce students to interdisciplinary assessment and intervention with children, parents, and family members across the life span. Emphasis will be placed on communicating with culturally diverse populations, dysfunctional families, and those experiencing stressful events. Prerequisite(s): Junior Standing
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3.00 Credits
Introduces cross-cultural health assessment and interventions, which increase the cultural sensitivity of health care providers. The diversity of health/illness belief systems and behaviors cross-culturally is presented as well as biological variations and patterns of adaptation to specific environments. Several international health system models are analyzed. Cultural diversity within the United States is emphasized. Prerequisite(s): Junior Standing.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides students with an in-depth and comprehensive knowledge and understanding of pharmacotherapy as it relates to clinical application in health professions. The course will highlight major drug classifications with emphasis on the general therapeutic rationale for drug therapy, mechanisms of action, pharmacokinetic concepts, and pharmacodynamic principles. Absolute Corequisite(s): NURS 3382L.
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3.00 Credits
The promotion and maintenance of women's health is stressed. Historical influences as well as social, political, religious and cultural factors which impact the contemporary women's health are included. Gynecologic health needs and sexuality from menarche to menopause are discussed. Discussion of women's roles in complex societies. Individuals become more aware of self and the needs of women as consumers and providers in the health care delivery system. Prerequisite(s): Junior Standing.
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3.00 Credits
Focuses on the concept of health education in meeting the learning needs of health care providers and health care consumers various settings. Emphasis will be placed on the process of program development, implementation, and evaluation. Principles of teaching/learning and instructional strategies will be explored. Opportunities to practice teaching strategies will be provided. Prerequisite(s): Junior Standing.
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3.00 Credits
This survey course is designed to provide an overview of the AIDS epidemic, including specific at-risk populations, changes in the patterns of occurrence, signs and symptoms, classification of disease, recognition of the course of the disease, and strategies for prevention. Prerequisite(s): Junior Standing.
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3.00 Credits
Presents a holistic approach to the study of the elderly and their environments. A positive perspective about the aging process is a goal of the course. Research and theory components from a variety of disciplines are included to promote caring for the elderly in a variety of settings, primarily community-based. Client advocacy for the elderly is stressed. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or permission of the instructor.
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces the student to the fundamental concepts of nutrition, the nutrients, and how the body uses the nutrients. This course includes a study of the impact of nutritional choices on various populations and age groups of individuals and an individualized dietary analysis. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or permission of instructor
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3.00 Credits
This course focuses on the exploration of various health care topics and issues in the field of nursing. It may be repeated for credit when topic varies. In order to be on the cutting edge of nursing, many innovative and creative topics will be offered to students to expand their nursing knowledge in various arenas. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or permission.
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