Pathophysiology and Pharmacology

Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:

Students successfully completing this course will be able to:

• Describe the general cellular responses to disease, the basic principles of pharmacology, major drug classes used for treatment of major illnesses covered and general indications, contraindications, and adverse reactions related to exercise for certain drug groups such as: Bronchodilators, Beta-Blockers, Anti-hypertensives, NSAIDs, chemotherapy and endocrine medications.
• Identify the signs & symptoms of the major illnesses within each topic area covered such as: cardiac dysfunction, hypertension, pulmonary conditions, renal dysfunction, endocrine dysfunction, HIV/AIDS, cancer, pain management.
• Articulate the positive & negative effects of physical activity in the recovery process for each disease.
• Apply interactions between major drug classes and exercise for patient-oriented outcomes.
• Integrate pathophysiology & pharmacology information to solve patient problems related to rehabilitative settings.

Course Grading Information:

Activity/Performance Measure	Percentage/Points
Weekly quizzes	50%
In-class presentations + infographics	20%
Case studies	20%
Peer group evaluation & participation	10%

Grading Scale

Percentage	Letter Grade
90-100%	A
86-89.9%	B+
80-85.9%	B
76-79.9%	C+
70-75.9%	C
< 69.9%	F

Attendance/Participation:

Attendance during course hours is expected, and participation is an integral part in enhancing learning of the course content. Students are expected to notify the instructors if they cannot attend class. You are also responsible to review the information covered in class on your own time, should you need to miss a lecture.

Late assignments: A grade of zero will be assigned for any missed or late assignment/quiz.

Extra credit: Extra credit will not be given in this course.

Course Materials Purchased by the Students:

No course materials are required.