PHA-602 MED PATHOPHYSIOLOGY I

Introduction to pathological processes in human physiology. This course will introduce the PA student with the common cardiovascular, pulmonary, renal/genitourinary and hematologic/oncologic diseases seen in a primary care practice today. It will emphasize their epidemiology, pathophysiologic basis, presentation, physical and laboratory exam findings, natural history, differential diagnosis, diagnostic workup and treatment. Content will correspond to those topics listed in the PA National Certification Exam (PANCE) blueprint.

Credits

6

Distribution

College of Nursing & Hlth Sci