NRS 504 - Patho Across Lifespan APN

Institution:

Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

Subject:

Nursing (BL Teach Out)

Description:

Provides the central concepts of physiology and pathologic mechanisms of disease that serve as a major component in the foundation for clinical assessment and management of individuals across the lifespan. The focus of the course is on etiology, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, evaluation, and treatment of commonly encountered acute and chronic clinical conditions of children, adults, and older adults. Evidence- based research regarding pathological changes in disease states is synthesized and applied to current advanced nursing practice. In addition, major lab studies useful for verifying abnormalities are discussed.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.commonwealthu.edu/

Phone Number:

(570) 389-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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