NURS 306 - Pathophysiology with Related Pharmacologic Therapies I

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An integrated bio-behavioral appoach to pathophysiology and pharmacology will be used in this course. Emphasis will be on the relationship between biologic, behavioral and pharmacologic responses in adult populations. This is an upper division course in nursing which incorporates prerequisite course work and facilitates critical thinking. Topics included are: stress and immunity, immune system diseases, hematology, renal, cardiovascular, respiratory, and gastrointestinal systens. Placement: Junior year. May be taken concurrently with Junior clincal courses. NURS 321, NURS 322, or NURS 323. Prerequisite(s): Junior level standing in Nursing or permission of instructor for non-nursing majors. (3 credits per week for 15 weeks)