Course Overview
Pathophysiology prepares nurses to understand the cellular and systemic mechanisms underlying disease. Students examine altered cellular function, fluid and electrolyte imbalances, acid-base disorders, inflammation, immunity, and organ-specific pathologies across cardiovascular, pulmonary, renal, endocrine, neurologic, and gastrointestinal systems. The course integrates clinical manifestations with diagnostic reasoning, preparing students to anticipate complications and communicate effectively with the healthcare team.
Lectures & Transcripts
Course Lectures
Your Imported Transcripts
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Course Quizzes
10 course-specific questions in clinical-vignette format. Click to begin.
NCLEX Quizzes
NCLEX-style practice questions drawn from the NSIB national board bank for this subject.
Flashcards
Clinical Prep
Evidence-based articles, clinical scenarios, and SBAR templates curated for this course — built to rehearse the kinds of conversations you'll have at change-of-shift and post-conference.