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Walden University
NURS 6501: Advanced Pathophysiology
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Syllabus
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Credit Hours
5 credits
Walden University assigns credit hours based on the number and type of assignments
that enable students to achieve the course learning objectives. In general, each
semester credit equals about 42 hours of total student work and each quarter credit
equals about 28 hours of total student work. This time requirement represents an
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Pathophysiology Syllabus (Latest 2021) 100% Correct Study
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approximate average for undergraduate work and the minimum expectations for
graduate work. The number and kind of activities estimated to fulfill time requirements
will vary by degree level, student learning style, and student familiarity with the delivery
method and course content.
Course Description
Advanced practice nurses must be equipped with an in-depth understanding of
pathophysiological disease processes across the lifespan. In this course, students focus
on understanding the bio- physiological processes, the deviations from these processes,
and an in-depth examination of the scientific concepts related to the biology of disease
processes. Advanced practice nursing students build on their knowledge of normal organ
systems functioning to help organ systems return to
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, Summary Walden University - NURS 6501N Advanced
Pathophysiology Syllabus (Latest 2021) 100% Correct Study
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optimal homeostasis. Through knowledge of pathophysiological disease processes,
students synthesize the information needed to develop appropriate treatment plans for
patients across the life span. Students explore a variety of topics regarding organ system
diseases.
By the conclusion of this course, you should be able to:
1. Analyze the processes related to pathophysiology of disorders across the lifespan
2. Analyze compensatory responses to altered physiology
3. Analyze racial/ethnic variables that may impact physiological functioning across the
lifespan
4. Analyze relationships between body systems and related disorders
5. Evaluate the impact of patient characteristics on disorders and altered
physiology across the lifespan
6. Analyze the pathology of various physiological disorders across the lifespan
7. Analyze concepts and principles of pathophysiology across the lifespan
College of Nursing Alignment of Learner Outcomes
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Document: NURS 6501 Alignment of Learner Outcomes (PDF)
Course Materials
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