Course Title: Pathophysiology for Nursing

Course Code: (NRS 311)

Program: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (NRS)

Department: Medical Surgical Nursing

College: Nursing

Institution: Jouf University

Version: 4th

Last Revision Date: 10-9-2023

Table of Contents
A. General information about the course: ................................................................ 3
B. Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs), Teaching Strategies and Assessment
Methods .................................................................................................................... 4
C. Course Content ...................................................................................................... 5
D. Students Assessment Activities ............................................................................ 5
E. Learning Resources and Facilities .......................................................................... 6
F. Assessment of Course Quality ............................................................................... 7
G. Specification Approval .......................................................................................... 7

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A. General information about the course:

1. Course Identification
1. Credit hours:
2 (2+0)
2. Course type
A. ☐University ☐College ☒ Department☐Track ☐Others
B. ☒ Required ☐Elective
3. Level/year at which this course is offered: (Level 7/ 3rd year )
4. Course general Description:
This course explores the pathophysiological changes of common diseases affecting humans. The
course content builds on the previously gained knowledge in the courses' content of anatomy,
physiology, microbiology and chemistry. The pathophysiologic basis of common human health
alterations and associated clinical manifestations are discussed.

5. Pre-requirements for this course (if any):

PHYS 211

6. Co- requirements for this course (if any):

None

7. Course Main Objective(s):

At the end of course, students will be able to:
• Describe pathophysiological changes associated with common diseases.
• Differentiate normal and abnormal findings and manifestations associated with diseases.
• Describe common physiological stressors and human adaptive and maladaptive
Responses.
• Explain age-related differences in pathophysiological processes and their clinical
Manifestations.
2. Teaching mode (mark all that apply)
No Mode of Instruction Contact Hours Percentage
1 Traditional classroom 24 80%
2 E-learning 6 20%
Hybrid
3 • Traditional classroom 0 0
• E-learning
4 Distance learning 0 0

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3. Contact Hours (based on the academic semester)
No Activity Contact Hours
1. Lectures 30
2. Laboratory/Studio 0
3. Field 0
4. Tutorial 0
5. Others (specify) 0
Total 30

B. Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs), Teaching Strategies and Assessment

Methods

Code of CLOs
Course Learning Teaching Assessment
Code aligned with
Outcomes Strategies Methods
program
1.0 Knowledge and understanding
Demonstrates PILO (K.1) ✓ First Theory
understanding of the basic ✓ Interactive
Exam
principles of Lectures
✓ Second
pathophysiology that ✓ Class Activities
1.1 Theory
contribute to better clinical ✓ Audiovisual
Exam
decision making when Materials
✓ Final Theory
caring for patients. ✓ Virtual Classes
Exam
2.0 Skills
PILO (S.1) ✓ First Theory
Utilize critical thinking and ✓ Interactive
Exam
evidence-based judgment Lectures
✓ Second
based on understanding the ✓ Class Activities
2.1 Theory
pathophysiological changes ✓ Audiovisual
Exam
in common diseases Materials
✓ Final Theory
✓ Virtual Classes
Exam
3.0 Values, autonomy, and responsibility
Adhere to principles of PILO (V.1) ✓ Collaborative ✓ Class
3.1 safety, ethics and privacy Learning Participation
of patients' data when ✓ Formative ✓ Assignments

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 Code of CLOs
Course Learning Teaching Assessment
Code aligned with
Outcomes Strategies Methods
program
handling specimens and Feedback (Refer to the
pathological findings. ✓ Elaboration approved
✓ Class activities List)

C. Course Content
No List of Topics Contact Hours
Cell and Tissue Function
Inflammation, the Inflammatory Response, and Fever
1. 4
Genetic and Congenital Disorders
Neoplasia
Integrative Body Functions 4
2.
Disorders of Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Balance
Hematopoietic Function Systems 2
3.
Alterations in the Hematologic System
Infection and Immunity 2
4.
Mechanisms of Infectious Disease
Circulatory Function 4
5.
Alterations in the Cardiovascular System
Respiratory Function 2
6.
Alterations in the Pulmonary System
Kidney and Urinary Tract Function 2
7.
Disorders of Renal Function
Gastrointestinal and Hepatobiliary Function 4
8. Disorders of Gastrointestinal Function
Disorders of Hepatobiliary and Exocrine Pancreas Function
Endocrine System 2
9.
Disorders of Endocrine Control of Growth and Metabolism
Nervous System 2
10.
Somatosensory Function, Pain, and Headache
Musculoskeletal Function 2
11.
Disorders of the Skeletal System: Metabolic and Rheumatic Disorders
Total 30

D. Students Assessment Activities

Assessment timing Percentage of Total

No Assessment Activities *
(in week no) Assessment Score
1. First Theory Exam Week 6 15%
2. Second Theory Exam Week 10 20%
3. 1st Assignment Week 7 10%
4. 2nd Assignment Week 9 10%

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No Assessment Activities *
5. Class Participation
6. Final Exam
*Assessment Activities (i.e., Written test, oral test, oral presentation, group project, essay, etc.).
E. Learning Resources and Facilities
1. References and Learning Resources
Essential References
Supportive References
Electronic Materials
Other Learning Materials
2. Required Facilities and equipment
Items
facilities
(Classrooms, laboratories, exhibition rooms,
simulation rooms, etc.)
Technology equipment
(projector, smart board, software)
Assessment timing Percentage of Total
(in week no) Assessment Score
Week 1 to week 14 5%
Week 16 or 17 40%
Essentials of Pathophysiology Concepts of Altered States, 2014
Author(s): Carol Porth RN, MSN, PhD ISBN/ISSN
9781451190809
Lippincott Williams & Wilkins eBook ISBN: 9780323376945
eBook ISBN: 9780323376976
Imprint: Mosby
None
None
The following Journals are Recommended;
1- Archives of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine
2- Journal of Clinical Pathology
Resources
This course is offered at multiple branches at the
College of Nursing, Jouf University. The
teaching Classes in all branches, where this
course is being offered, are fully equipped with
Teacher's podium, chairs, desks and air
conditioning system. In Sakaka branch, there
are11 teaching classes designated for male
nursing students and another 10 classes serve
female nursing students. In Qurayyat branch,
there are11 teaching classes designated for male
nursing students, and another 14 classes serve
female nursing students
Every teaching hall is equipped with a Smart
Board, interactive data show, desktop and access
to the university network (Wi-Fi).
In addition to the technological resources
available in the classes at the college, students
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 Items Resources
can also access all materials related to this course
via the university learning management system
(@Blackboard). The course materials including
course specifications, timetable, instructor's
contact details, teaching plan, assignments, mark
distribution, due dates, rubrics will be available
for students from the 1st week. A discussion
thread will be designated for enquiries about The
course, and for interactive discussion. In
addition, regular announcements will be posted
by the instructor to update students about the
course content, reminds them of due dates, and
the details of the required assignments and
assessments. Students can also receive feedback
about any work (e.g. assignment or exam) they
submit via the grade center.
Other equipment NA
(depending on the nature of the specialty)
F. Assessment of Course Quality
Assessment Areas/Issues Assessor Assessment Methods
Direct (CLOs
Effectiveness of teaching Faculty Measurement)

Effectiveness of Students Indirect (Questionnaire)

Students assessment End of course survey
Faculty and Students
Quality of learning resources Indirect (Questionnaire)
The extent to which CLOs have Faculty Direct (CLOs
been achieved Measurement)
Other
Assessors (Students, Faculty, Program Leaders, Peer Reviewer, Others (specify)
Assessment Methods (Direct, Indirect)

G. Specification Approval
COUNCIL /COMMITTEE

REFERENCE NO.

DATE