Course Overview
This course introduces the principles of pathophysiology of the select organ systems commonly investigated by nuclear medicine procedures. Students will begin with modules on tissue adaptations to stress, inflammation, infection and neoplasia, and continue to include the roles these mechanisms play in the dysfunction of skeletal, cardiovascular and respiratory systems. Learners also engage in critical assessment of literature relevant to nuclear medicine practice.
Prerequisite(s)
- 65% in BHSC 1108
Credits
3.0
- Not offered this term
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Describe cellular, tissue, and organ level adaptations to stress, inflammation, infection, dysregulated metabolism, and neoplasia that contribute to disease processes relevant to Nuclear Medicine.
- Apply classification of disease mechanisms in organ systems and relate to disease manifestation and treatment options.
- Explain the pathogenesis, pathophysiology, clinical signs, and symptoms of diseases and disorders involving the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, hematologic, respiratory, renal, and endocrine systems as they relate to Nuclear Medicine.
- Relate pathophysiology principles to the pharmacologic and dietary agents relevant to the pathologies examined by Nuclear Medicine procedures of the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, hematologic, renal, respiratory, and endocrine systems.
Effective as of Winter 2026
Related Programs
Pathophysiology 1 (NMED) (BHSC 2208) is offered as a part of the following programs:
School of Health Sciences
- Nuclear Medicine
Diploma Full-time
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