ANPR 348: Accel Pathophysiology I

Course Description

I. The first of two courses focusing on the characteristics and manifestations of disease caused by alterations or injury to the body structure or functions. Conditions in which altered metabolism, inadequate supply and use of oxygen; altered blood and nutrient transport; fluid, electrolyte and acid-base imbalances and altered structures of bones and/or muscles are discussed. The body defenses, including the stress response and the interrelationship of the physical, emotional, and psychological responses in actual disease or disease threat are included in the course. Prerequisites: Acceptance into Accelerated Program and successful completion of the previous program courses or instructor consent.