NUR 3040 - Pathophysiology

3 cr

The focus of this course is the pathogenesis of disease leading to alterations of human body structure and function across the lifespan. Student examine the etiology and progression of disease and disorder states from the micro (cellular) and macro (organ) levels and the human response to such change. Students integrate and apply pathophysiological concepts to patient care through the development of primary, secondary, and tertiary interventions to attain, maintain, and retain optimal health. Patient centered care based on ethical principles, behaviors and values will be explored as it pertains to pathophysiological disorders.
Prerequisite: NUR 2050
  and
NUR 2510
  with minimum grades of "B-" and an unencumbered RN license in the State of VT.
Co-requisite: NUR 2012

Fall