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Academic Credit
3 credit hours, Graduate (3 didactic credits)

Pre/Corequisites
Graduate standing in Nursing or consent of College

Placement in Curriculum
Graduate level

Semester/Year
Fall 2009

Course Schedule
Thursdays, 8-10:50 a.m. in Edwards 119

Course Faculty
Denise Wilson, PhD, APN, FNP, ANP

Catalog Description
Focuses on the conceptual understanding of pathophysiologic processes and the application of this knowledge to clinical practice.

Course Description
This course provides an increased understanding of normal human physiology and pathophysiology as needed to function effectively in advanced nursing practice.  Emphasis is on conceptual understanding of the topics presented, as well as clinical application.  Clinical physiology provides a basis for understanding the impact of pathophysiologic changes on human functioning.  Focus is on the inter-relationships and interdependence of organ systems in the consideration of health problems amenable to nursing intervention.

Course Objectives
At the successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Caring (Key concepts:  Humankind, Environment)
1.  Analyze variables in the internal and external environment that influence pathophysiological processes.

2.  Recognize attributes of professional caring in the application of pathophysiological knowledge.

Critical Thinking (Key concepts: Research, Legal/Ethical/Political)
3.  Explain physiologic alterations in humankind and environment that lead to the development of pathophysiologic health patterns.

4.  Analyze pathophysiologic changes in homeostatic function as a basis for disease in individuals across the lifespan.

5.  Examine the independent and interdependent roles for advanced nursing practice in the evaluation of clients with actual or impending health deviations.

Communication (Key concepts:  Teaching-Learning, Information Processing)
6.  Discuss the role of science knowledge as it relates to the planning, implementation, and evaluation of educational interventions.

Professional Practice (Key concepts: Management, Health Promotion)
7.  Explain the role of the individual in advanced nursing practice as it is related to promotion of health, healing, and adaptation to chronic diseases for individuals across the lifespan.

8.  Appreciate the importance of making a commitment to lifelong acquisition of science knowledge as a basis for providing optimal, safe, and individualized client care.

Strategies for Teaching
Lecture/discussion
Media
Information technology
Critical thinking exercises
Case studies

Evaluation Methods
Written unit examinations....... 100%

Grading Scale
A...................90-100%
B....................80-89%
C....................70-79%
D....................60-69%
F....................59% and below

NOTE:  This course must be successfully passed at 80% or better based on the examinations only (See "C Policy" below).  Once this criterion is achieved, extra credit points for documented attendance at the Fall Nursing Conference will be incorporated into the grade.

Course Policies
Students are responsible for reviewing course policies found on the General Course Information page.  Questions regarding these policies should be directed to the course faculty.

Academic Progress:  C Policy (from MCN Graduate Student Handbook)
For the student enrolled in graduate coursework at Mennonite College of Nursing, a grade of "C" is not considered "passing" work.  Any student receiving a C or below in a course must repeat the course.  A maximum of 3 hours of retake is allowed.  GPAs are monitored by the Graduate School.  Students with cumulative GPAs of less than 3.0 are notified by the Graduate School.

Required Textbook
McCance, K.L., & Huether, S.E. (2006).  Pathophysiology: The biologic basis for disease in adults and children (5th ed.)  St. Louis:  Elsevier Mosby.  (ISBN 0-323-03507-8)

Academic Integrity
Academic Integrity is expected in all educational endeavors.  Students who have questions regarding issues of academic dishonesty should refer to the University regulation which outlines unacceptable behaviors in academic matters.  It is the student's and faculty's responsibility to uphold the principles of Academic Integrity.  Academic Integrity is required of you the student and us as your instructors.  Academic Integrity should be used in preparation for this course, in class time, in clinical time,  regarding exams, and with regard to written assignments.  In certain circumstances, such as cheating or plagiarism, faculty may be required to refer a student to Student Dispute Resolution Services for a violation of the Illinois State University Code of Conduct.  

Disability Concerns

Page last updated
Friday, August 14, 2009

Denise D. Wilson, PhD, APN, FNP, ANP
Office:  Edwards 220
Office Phone: (309) 438-2358
E-mail: ddwilso2@ilstu.edu
Internet: http://www.ilstu.edu/~ddwilso2

Mennonite College of Nursing
Illinois State University
Campus Box 5810
Normal, IL  61790-5810
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