Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology Practical Nursing Diploma Program
PNP401 Pathophysiology for Practical Nurse II
SCHOOL OF NURSING
COURSE ADDENDUM Academic term: Winter 2021
Subject Title: Pathophysiology for the Practical Nurse II
Code/Section: PNP 401
Professors: Wendy Preiano; Paul Virk
Email: Wendy.preiano@senecacollege.ca ; paul.virk@senecacollege.ca
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PNP401 Pathophysiology for Practical Nurse II
COURSE OUTLINE and FLOW SHEET
Table of Contents
Course Outline........................................................................................................................ 3
Subject Description .................................................................................................................. 3
Credit Status........................................................................................................................... 3
Learning Outcomes ................................................................................................................. 3
Essential Employability Skills Learning Outcomes .................................................................... 3
Academic Policy...................................................................................................................... 4
Topic Outline........................................................................................................................... 5
Modes of Instruction ............................................................................................................... 5
Required Texts & Resources ..................................................................................................... 5
Recommended Texts ................................................................................................................ 5
Promotion Policy..................................................................................................................... 5
Modes of Evaluation ............................................................................................................... 5 PNP401_2207-2214 2 Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology Practical Nursing Diploma Program
PNP401 Pathophysiology for Practical Nurse II
Course Outline
Pathophysiology for The Practical Nurse II PNP401 Subject Name Subject Code
Subject Description
Students will build on PNP301 and continue the study of human disease. The mechanisms of
disease will be studied by body systems. The processes will be related to a variety of common
diseases. Overall, the mechanisms of disease will be studied in a systems format and will be
considered for the effect that they produce on the structure and function of the body. Common
diseases will be used to illustrate the biological concepts of pathology.
Credit Status
Successful completion of this required course provides one credit towards the Practical Nursing
Diploma
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course the student will demonstrate the ability to: 1. Describe the basic concepts of pathophysiology and the general principles of disease 2. Recognize common dysfunctions of selected organs or organ systems. 3. Examine how the various dysfunctions of an organ or organ system affect the human body as a whole 4. Consider the effects of disease on the structure and functioning of the body 5. Apply knowledge of medical etymology to the comprehension of terms describing pathophysiological conditions
CNO Entry to Practice Competencies 4. Demonstrates knowledge in critical thinking and problem-solving skills 6. Demonstrates knowledge in nursing health and social sciences. 19. Formulates clinical judgments that are consistent with clients’ needs and priorities by responding to changing situations that affect client’s health and safety.
Essential Employability Skills Learning Outcomes Upon successful completion of this subject the student will be able to:
1. Communicate clearly, concisely and correctly in the written, spoken and visual form that fulfills the purpose and meets the needs of the audience
4. Apply a systematic approach to solve problems.
5. Use a variety of thinking skills to anticipate and solve problems
7. Analyze, evaluate, and apply relevant information from a variety of sources
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