HIT 2004 - Fundamentals Of Medical Science

4 Credits

Disease process, pharmacology, diagnostic and treatment methodologies for: all body systems. Includes computer-assisted instruction.

Prerequisite: ALH 1203 - Medical Terminology & BIOL 2224 - Anatomy & Physiology I* with a “C” or better;

Corequisite: Corequisite BIOL 2234 - Anatomy & Physiology II*.

Course Level Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

1. Describe significant pathological changes in structure and function of tissues and organs which cause or are caused by disease. (PLO 6)
2. Explain disease processes according to their etiology and organ system involvement. (PLO 6, 9)
3. Recognize the specific physical signs and symptoms of particular disease entities. (PLO 6, 9)
4. Indicate specific medications used to treat major disease processes in each body system. (PLO 6, 9)
5. Summarize disease processes, treatments and outcomes in oral presentations.(PLO 9)