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[[User:Elaine Lonnemann|Dr. Elaine Lonnemann]] & Dr. David Pariser
[[User:Elaine Lonnemann|Dr. Elaine Lonnemann]] & Dr. David Pariser                                                                                [[Image:BU_Logo_Red_High.jpg|thumb|right]]


== Course Description:  ==
== Course Description:  ==

Revision as of 02:59, 3 February 2010

Welcome to PT 635 Pathophysiology of Complex Patient Problems

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Course Instructors:[edit | edit source]

Dr. Elaine Lonnemann & Dr. David Pariser                                                                               

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Course Description:[edit | edit source]

Pathophysiology of Complex Patient Problems explores signs and symptoms that emerge when homeostasis is disrupted, and addresses medical and physical therapy management of patient problems consequent to the underlying pathology. The dysfunctional states or disorders discussed in this course may include nutritional, infectious, gastrointestinal, hepatic, endocrine, metabolic, renal, genitourinary, autoimmune, connective tissue, dermatology, hematology, oncology, and immunodeficiency. The effects of age, gender, and ethnic factors on the pathology, manifestation of patient problems, and patient management are considered. The multiple effects of pharmacological intervention are addressed, including therapeutic effects and effects on patient cognitive and psychomotor abilities in physical therapy.


The course information and components include:


Below are links to the various sections of the disorders/diseases presented in this wiki.