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Sep 23, 2024
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EMS 455 - Introduction to Pathophysiology Description: This course introduces fundamental pathologies common to all age groups. It establishes concepts and foundational basis of disease from the cellular perspective to the fully developed organism.
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: admission to the paramedical major or program.
Credits: (3)
Learner Outcomes: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Recall knowledge, application and synthesis information related to cellular anatomy and function, genetics, immunology, and abnormal cellular proliferation
- Demonstrate knowledge of the anatomical, physiological and pathopysiological aspects of the neurologic, endocrine, reproductive, hematologic, renal and urologic systems, as well as the digestive, integumentary, and the musculoskeletal systems.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the anatomical, physiological and pathopysiological aspects of the cardiovascular, lymphatic, and pulmonary systems.
- Identify the fundamental anatomical, physiological and pathophysiological differences between pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations, as well as select gender and racial differences.
- Demonstrate the ability to correlate the cognitive objectives of other related EMS courses in the major.
Learner Outcomes Approval Date: 1/28/2010
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