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Course Descriptions
PHA315
Pathophysiology
Two-part study of the disease processes encountered in primary care clinical practice, specifically on the functional changes that occur as a result of disease. Part one covers general principles and mechanisms of disease such as cellular damage and repair, immune response, neoplasia, effects of changes in fluid balance, etc. Part two emphasizes individual diseases of various organs and systems of the body. Disorders with similar causes and those affecting similar systems are grouped and addressed together. A focus on the clinical course of each illness orients the student to the impact that each disease has on the whole person. 3 Credits (3 Lecture - 0 Lab)
Fall Only.