NURS 2080 Pathophysiology

Pathophysiology offers an integrated approach to human disease. The course builds on the underlying concepts of normal function as they apply to the basic processes of pathogenesis. Biological variations of age, gender, and cultural differences are integrated into the course content where applicable. Common acute and chronic health problems are introduced to explore the interrelatedness of a variety of stressors that affect physiological function. Successful completion of Pathophysiology facilitates the student's transition into clinical nursing practice.

Course overview

Department
Nursing
School
CSON
Credits
3
Level
Undergraduate
Offered
Every Fall,Every Spring

Catalog details

Prerequisites
BIOL1300 or MCBI1300 and CHEM1163 or MCCH1163 and BIOL1310 and BIOL1320 and CHEM1161 or MCCH1161 and BIOL1330
Corequisites
BIOL2200, BIOL2210 may be taken concurrently

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Requirements fulfilled

  • Nursing B.S.: Sophomore Year, Semester I (Typical Plan of Study for Class of 2019 and Forward)

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Official evaluation summary

4.06 / 5

Based on 681 aggregate responses from BC Avalanche/Blue evaluations.

Data freshness

Course and evaluation data last updated 2026-08-02. Source details and limitations are documented in Data Sources and Methodology.

Instructors

  • Dorean Hurley
    Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Fall 2024, Fall 2023, Fall 2022, Fall 2021 · Official rating 4.41/5
  • Noelle Pavlovic
    Fall 2025 · Official rating 4.32/5
  • Raymond Gasser
    Fall 2024 · Official rating 3.13/5

Sections

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