James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2019

PP3251 - Systemic Pathophysiology and Therapeutics

Credit points: 03
Year: 2019
Student Contribution Band: Band 2
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The Systemic Pathophysiology and Therapeutics subject builds on the basic concepts of physiology to explain how the normal functioning of the human body can become altered in the disease state. Disorders affecting major organ systems in the body, namely the cardiovascular, respiratory, genitourinary, gastrointestinal, and endocrine systems will be studied. The nervous system is covered separately in Neuropharmacology (PP3252:03). Having examined the basis for abnormal function in disease, we then explore how drug treatments may be used to help restore normal function. In addition to the theoretical basis for drug intervention, the practical considerations of managing these treatments will also be discussed.

Learning Outcomes

Prerequisites:PP2101 AND PP2201
Inadmissible
Subject
Combinations:
PP5251 TV5110 TV5111

Availabilities

Townsville, , Study Period 2
Census Date 29-Aug-2019
Contact hours:
  • 36 hours
  • 36 hours
    Assessment:end of semester exam (65%); quizzes or tests (10%); assignments (25%).

    Note: Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.