HDP301 - Hdp301 Processes of Human Diseased I

Subject Title
Hdp301 Processes of Human Diseased I

Subject Description
Processes of Human Diseases IThis course will be an introduction to human disease and will focus on the fundamental principles of homeostatic mechanisms. The student will explore how alterations in homeostatic mechanisms will disrupt the human body. Overall mechanisms of disease will be studied by systems and have been categorized into concepts. These concepts will be examined for the effect that they produce on the structure and function of the body. Common diseases will be used to illustrate each concept.

Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject the student will be able to:

Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course the student will have reliably demonstrated the ability to:
1. Explore the basic concepts of pathophysiology and the general principles of disease.
2. Describe the human response to dysfunction and disease processes.
3. Examine the various dysfunctions of an organ or organ system.
4. Examine the implications of various disease processes through a synthesis of theory-based and research-based knowledge from the physical, social, and behavioural sciences.
5. Interpret assessment data, evaluate pathogenesis of disease states, and determine a range of appropriate nursing actions.

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Discrimination/Harassment
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Accommodation for Students with Disabilities
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