This is a two-part course in human anatomy and physiology t hat is designed to give a clear understanding of the normal body as a basis for understanding variations from normal and to provide a basis for understanding diseases processes encountered in nursing. The course demonstrates a transition from simple to complex as related to concepts and systems.

This is a two-part course in human anatomy and physiology t hat is designed to give a clear understanding of the normal body as a basis for understanding variations from normal and to provide a basis for understanding diseases processes encountered in nursing. The course demonstrates a transition from simple to complex as related to concepts and systems.

This course introduces major theories and concepts necessary to provide holistic nursing care over the lifespan from diverse cultures with selected physiological disorders. These theories and concepts are introduced using a wellness-illness continuum and serve as a basis for critical thinking and use of the nursing process in the care of the pregnant patient and their family, care of the newborn, and care of the pediatric patient. Concepts such as health, culture, environment, aging, nutrition, and the professional nursing role in direct patient care and in collaboration with other health care providers are addressed. Students are provided the opportunity to master nursing technologies in a variety of laboratory and clinical situations.