WNC Catalog 2008-2009: Health Information Technology 165B
Course Description and Outline |
HIT 165B: Pathophysiology I
| Credits |
4 |
| Schedule of Classes |
Fall 2008
Schedule History
(See when this course was offered over the last 3 years) |
| Academic Discipline |
Health Information Technology
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| Academic Division |
Nursing and Allied Health |
| Prerequisites |
BIOL 200 |
| Transfer Information |
Courses with a 'B' Designator after the number: This course may apply toward a WNC degree or certificate program depending on the degree chosen and other courses completed. It may not transfer or apply to programs at four-year universities within Nevada (UNR, UNLV). In some cases, this course may transfer and apply to programs at two and four year colleges within Nevada and may transfer to out of state schools. For information about how this course may transfer or apply to your program of study, please contact a counselor. |
| Programs of Study |
This course can be found in the following programs of study:
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2008-2009 | I : Catalog Course Description |
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| Introduces students to the concept of disease process in specific body systems. |
| II : Course Objectives |
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Upon completion of this course, students are expected to know and understand the Basic Concepts of Disease Processes including the following:
- Inflammation and Healing
- Immunity and Abnormal Responses
- Infection
- Neoplasms
- Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Imbalances
- Congenital and Gentic Disorders
- Diseases Associated with Adolescence
- The Relationship Between Pregnancy and Disease
- Aging and the Disease Processes
- Effects of Immobility
- The Influence of Stress
- Pain
- Substance Abuse
- Environmental Hazards
- Basic Pharmacology
- Blood and Lymphatic Disorders
- Respiratory Disorders
- Digestive System Disorders
- Urinary System Disorders
- Acute and Chronic Neurologic Disorders
- Disorders of Eye and Ear
- Endocrine Disorders
- Musculoskeletal Disorders
- Skin Disorders
- Reproductive Disorders
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| III : Course Linkage |
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| Linkage of course to educational program mission and at least one educational program outcome. |
Linkage of Course to Educational Program Mission Outcomes.
MISSION - This course is to provide employment-related knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in a chosen field of study.
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES - Students who complete programs in occupational areas are expected to demonstrate that they:
Know
• The subject matter appropriate to the emphasis of the degree.
Are Able To
• Acquire skills and perform tasks necessary for employment or career enhancement.
• Present themselves effectively to a potential employer.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills appropriate resources to remain current in the chosen occupational field.
Have Developed
• An appreciation of the importance of social, ethical, legal and diversity issues. |
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