NUR 3125 - Pathophysiology

College of Nursing

Credit(s): 3
Contact Hours: 45
Effective Term Fall 2024 (640)

Requisites

Admission to Nursing (Bachelor of Science) (NURS-BS) and
Pre- or Co-requisite NUR 3805 with a minimum grade of C

Course Description

This course facilitates the student's ability to connect clinical and diagnostic findings to cellular alterations in the body associated with certain disease processes.

Learning Outcomes and Objectives

  1. MLO 1: The student will describe the impact of etiologic factors that contribute to the development of disease.
  2. MLO 2: The student will compare pathophysiologic changes with anticipated clinical findings in specific body systems.
  3. MLO 3: The student will design an evidence-based plan of care for clients with selected disease processes.
    THIS COURSE IS DESIGNED WITH A MODULAR BASED CURRICULUM. BELOW ARE THE LEARNING OBJECTIVES OF EACH MODULE.
  4. MODULE 1: Hematologic Disorders:
    1. compare white blood cell and red blood cell disorders.
    2. discuss a teaching plan for a client with anemia.
    3. determine a plan of care for a client with a coagulation disorder.
    4. discuss the impact of clotting factors on the hematologic system.
    5. apply concepts of platelet aggregation and coagulation to a plan of care.
    6. ASSOCIATEED MLOs: 1, 2, 3
  5. MODULE 2: Immune System Disorders:
    1. differentiate between innate and adaptive immunity.
    2. compare the mechanisms of humoral immunity and adaptive immunity.
    3. examine the different systemic reactions that occur due to inflammation.
    4. develop a plan of care for a client with an autoimmune disease.
    5. discuss the mechanisms of significant autoimmune diseases.
    6. discuss the epidemiology, pathogenesis, and clinical manifestations of HIV infection.
    7. differentiate the pathophysiology of different types of hypersensitivity.
    8. ASSOCIATED MLOs: 3
  6. MODULE 3: Digestive Disorders:
    1. Compare disorders of the gastrointestinal system.
    2. Discuss a teaching plan for a client following a gastrointestinal procedure.
    3. Analyze pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments for gastrointestinal disorders.
    4. ASSOCIATED MLOs: 1, 2, 3
  7. MODULE 4: Cardiovascular Disorders:
    1. compare arterial and vascular disorders.
    2. analyze the process of myocardial infarction and the structural change to the heart.
    3. compare antiplatelets, anticoagulants, and factor Xa inhibitors in the treatment of cardiovascular disorders.
    4. compare pharmacological agents used to treat stable angina versus acute coronary syndrome (ACS).
    5. develop a plan of care for a client with a cardiovascular disorder.
    6. analyze arrhythmias in relation to blood flow and valvular function.
    7. discuss pharmacological and non-pharmacological measures used to treat heart failure.
    8. identify common signs, symptoms, and clinical manifestations of heart valve disorders.
    9. discuss various pharmacological and surgical modalities used to treat heart valve disorders.
    10. compare preventative measures needed after valvular repair to prosthetic valve implantation.
    11. ASSOCIATED MLOs: 1, 2, 3
  8. MODULE 5: Pulmonary Disorders:
    1. discuss gas exchange in relation to acid-base balance.
    2. compare the treatment of restrictive pulmonary disorders with obstructive pulmonary disorders.
    3. differentiate between the pathological mechanisms in obstructive versus restrictive pulmonary disease.
    4. ASSOCIATED MLOs: 1, 2
  9. MODULE 6: Renal and Urologic:
    1. differentiate between acute renal injury and chronic renal failure.
    2. discuss pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities used in urological and renal dysfunctions.
    3. design an evidence-based nursing care plan for clients with a renal or urological or renal disorder.
    4. ASSOCIATED MLOs: 1, 2, 3
  10. MODULE 7: Neurologic Disorders:
    1. compare the plan of care for clients with an ischemic stroke and a client with a hemorrhagic stroke.
    2. differentiate between degenerative neurological disorders and chronic neurological disorders.
    3. discuss treatment modalities in the treatment of neurological disorders.
    4. ASSOCIATED MLOs: 1, 2

Criteria Performance Standard

Upon successful completion of the course, the student will demonstrate mastery of the above stated objectives through classroom measures developed by individual course instructors with a minimum of 70% accuracy. 

History of Changes

C&I 2/26/02, BOT 3/26/02, Effective yrtr 20021. C&I 6/11/02, BOT 7/29/02 Effective yrtr 20021. C&I 4/22/03, BOT 5/20/03, Effective 20031. Online 20031. # changed by Field Review eff20041. C&I 9/14/04, BOT 10/19/04, Effective 20041(0340). Reformatted by Nursing 20071. Added admission to Nursing BS prereq 20092. 3-Year Review 2010: Acceptable As Is
C&I Approval: 02/17/2024, BOT Approval: 03/19/2024, Effective Term: Fall 2024 (640)

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