NURS 2699 - Pathophysiology
Fall 2026 Syllabus, Section 01, CRN 43654,
Credit hours: 4
Course Meeting Times
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Instructor
Kelly Newman
Email: klnewman@ysu.edu
Course Description
2699. Pathophysiology. This course focuses on the altered processes of human physiology. An emphasis is placed on exploring changes of biological processes of the body and the effects on homeostasis with application to nursing. Alterations of health problems are studied along with the associated clinical manifestations. Prereq.: C or better in BIOL 1552/1552L and CHEM 1510/1510L or equivalent; Admission to the Entry-level BSN program. 4 s.h.
Course Readings
| Group | Title | Author | ISBN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Required | Pathophysiology: A Practical Approach, Fifth Edition | Lachel Story, PhD, RN | 9781284288094 |
The course readings are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, research developments, current events, and/or to ensure better learning.
Assignments/Assessments
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Schedule of Topics and Assignments
| Day | Date | Reading(s) | Proposed Topic | Due/To Prepare for Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue | 8/25 | Review Syllabus Chapter 1 |
Course Introduction Cellular Function Handout "Terms" Worksheet |
Review Syllabus Read Chapter 1 |
| Thu | 8/27 | Chapter 1 | Cellular Function | Chapter 1- Review Book & Notes Work on "Terms" Worksheet |
| Tue | 9/1 | Chapter 2 | Immunity Review "Terms" Worksheet in Class |
Complete "Terms" Worksheet Read Chapter 2 |
| Thu | 9/3 | Chapter 2 | Immunity | Chapter 2- Read Book & Study Notes |
| Tue | 9/8 | Chapter 3 | Hematopoietic Function | Read Chapter 3 Chapters 1,2,3- Study for Exam 9/15 |
| Thu | 9/10 | Chapter 3 | Hematopoietic Function | Chapter 1,2, 3- Study Notes for Exam 9/15 |
| Tue | 9/15 | Chapter 4 | Exam #1 Chapters 1,2,3- 1st Hour of Class Cardiovascular Function Lecture- 2nd Hour of Class |
Review Chapters 1,2,3 for Exam #1 today! Chapter 4- Read |
| Thu | 9/17 | Chapter 4 | Cardiovascular Function | Chapter 4- Read Book & Studyb Notes |
| Tue | 9/22 | Chapter 4 | Cardiovascular Function | Chapter 4- Read Book & Study Notes |
| Thu | 9/24 | Chapter 4 | Cardiovascular Function | Chapter 4- Review Book & Notes Chapter 5- Start Reading |
| Tue | 9/29 | Chapter 5 | Respiratory Function | Chapter 5- Read Chapter 4- Review Book & Notes |
| Thu | 10/1 | Chapter 5 | Respiratory Function | Chapter 5- Review Book & Study Notes |
| Tue | 10/6 | Chapter 5 | Respiratory System | Chapter 4, 5- Study Book & Notes for Exam 10/13 |
| Thu | 10/8 | Chapter 5 | Respiratory System | Chapter 4,5- Study Book Notes for Exam 10/13 |
| Tue | 10/13 | Chapter 6 | Exam #2- Chapters 4 & 5- 1st Hour of Class Fluid & Electrolytes/Acid Base Balance Lecture- 2nd Hour of Class |
Study Chapters 4 & 5 for Exam #2 today! Read Chapter 6 |
| Thu | 10/15 | Chapter 6 | Fluid & Electrolytes/Acid Base Balance | Chapter 6- Read Book & Review Notes |
| Tue | 10/20 | Chapter 6 | Fluid & Electrolytes/Acid Base Balance | Chapter 6- Review Book & Notes Chapter 7- Start Reading |
| Thu | 10/22 | Chapter 7 | Urinary Function | Read Chapter 7 Chapter 6- Review Book & Notes |
| Tue | 10/27 | Chapter 7 | Urinary Function | Chapter 7- Review Book & Notes Chapter 9- Start Reading |
| Thu | 10/29 | Chapter 9 | Gastrointestinal Function | Chapter 9- Read |
| Tue | 11/3 | Chapter 9 | Gastrointestinal Function | Chapter 9- Review Book & Notes |
| Thu | 11/5 | Chapter 9 | Gastrointestinal Function | Chapters 6,7, 9 Review Book & Study Notes for Exam 11/10 |
| Tue | 11/10 | Chapter 10 | Endocrine Function Lecture- 2nd hour of class | Exam chapters 6,7,9 first hour of class Read Chapter 10 |
| Thu | 11/12 | Chapter 10 | Endocrine Function | Chapter 10- Review Book & Notes Chapter 11- Start Reading |
| Tue | 11/17 | Chapter 11 | Neurological Function | Chapter 11- Read & Review Notes Chapter 10- Review Book & Notes |
| Thu | 11/19 | Chapter 11 | Neurological Function | Chapter 11- Review Book & Notes |
| Tue | 11/24 | Chapter 11 | Neurological Function | Chapter 11- Review Book & Notes |
| Thu | 11/26 | Happy Thanksgiving! No Class | Review Chapters 10. 11 for Final Exam Chapter 12- Start Reading |
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| Tue | 12/1 | Chapter 12 | Musculoskeletal Function | Chapter 12- Read |
| Thu | 12/3 | Chapter 12 | Musculoskeletal Function | Chapter 12- Review Book & Notes |
| Tue | 12/8 | Chapter 12 | Musculoskeletal Function | Chapters 10,11,12- Review Book & Study Notes for Final Exam 12/10 |
| Thu | 12/10 | Chapters 10, 11, 12 | Final Exam #3 on Chapters 10,11,12 on Thursday 12/10 @10am!!! | Chapters 10,11,12- Review Book & Study Notes for Final!!! |
The course schedule, policies, procedures, and assignments in this course are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, by mutual agreement, and/or to ensure better learning.