MCCCD Program Description

Human Pathophysiology

Course: HCR240

First Term: 2005 Summer I

Lecture 4 Credit(s) 4 Period(s) 4 Load
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: S

Description: Chemical, biological, biochemical, and psychological processes as a foundation for the understanding of alterations in health. The structural and functional pathophysiology of alterations in health; selected therapeutics considered

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Utilize medical terminology as it applies to the pathophysiological basis for alterations in health. (I-XVI) 2. Demonstrate knowledge of the mechanisms of normal anatomic structure, physiological function, and biochemical processes within the human body. (II-XVI) 3. Demonstrate knowledge of the mechanisms of altered anatomic structure and physiological function within the human body. (II-XVI) 4. Explain signs and symptoms of diseases and their relationship to specific pathophysiological changes in the human body. (II- XVI) 5. Describe the relationships between basic pathophysiology and selected diagnostic and therapeutic modalities. (II-XVI) 6. Explain the basis for actions that could be taken to avoid pathophysiological states or conditions or to reduce the risks of occurrence of pathophysiological states or conditions. (II- XVI)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.

MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Overview of Pathophysiology: Review of Biochemical Foundations of Health and Illness II. Altered Development A. Concepts of altered health in children B. Concepts of altered health in older adults III. Alterations in Cell Function and Growth A. Cell and tissue characteristics B. Cellular adaptation, injury and death C. Wound healing D. Genetic and congenital disorders E. Alterations in cell differentiation IV. Alterations in Body Differentiations A. Stress and adaptation B. Infectious processes C. Inflammation and repair D. The immune response E. Psychoneuroimmunology F. The blood coagulation response V. Alterations in Body Fluids A. Body fluids and electrolytes B. Distribution of fluids C. Acid-base balance VI. Alterations in Respiratory Function A. Respiratory tract infection, neoplasms and childhood disorders B. Alteration in ventilation and gas exchange VII. Alterations in Musculoskeletal Function A. Trauma and infection B. Congenital disorders, metabolic bone disease, neoplasms C. Rheumatic disorders VIII. Alterations in Special Senses A. Vision B. Hearing and vestibular function IX. Alterations in Integumentary Function A. Skin disorders B. Nevi and skin cancer C. Burns D. Age-related skin manifestations X. Alterations in Hemopoietic Function A. Alterations in homeostasis B. Alterations in oxygen transport C. Disorders of white blood cells and lymphoid tissue XI. Alterations in Circulatory Function A. Alterations in blood flow B. Alterations in blood pressure C. Alterations in cardiac function D. Heart failure and shock E. Disorders of cardiac conduction and rhythm XII. Alterations in Gastrointestinal Function A. Alterations in nutrition B. Disorders of the esophagus, stomach, small and large intestine, and peritoneum C. Hepatobiliary system and exocrine pancreas XIII. Alterations in Renal Function A. Functional disorders B. Renal failure C. Alterations in urinary elimination XIV. Alterations in Neurological Function A. Disorders of brain function B. Alterations in motor functions C. Somatosensory function and pain D. Neurobiology of psychological illness XV. Alterations in Endocrine Function A. Alterations in endocrine control of growth and metabolism B. Diabetes mellitus XVI. Alterations in Reproductive System A. Alterations in structure/function of male genitourinary system B. Alterations in structure/function of female genitourinary reproductive systems C. Sexually transmitted disease

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: 2/22/2005

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