Michael Pagliarulo, Ed. This course examines the interrelationship of the structure and function of cells, tissues, and selected organ systems at the microscopic level as a foundation for the concurrent study of selected disease processes.
Emphasis is placed on understanding the mechanisms responsible for the various diseases studied.
The material presented in this introductory course provides an essential foundation for critically reading the scientific and lay literature related to diseases and disorders encountered in various health care settings. Demonstrate an ability to identify images of the four basic tissue types, and also the principle cellular and tissue features of the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, pulmonary, integument, and nervous systems. 3.Describe the events and basic mechanisms that accompany general pathological processes and bodily responses which may occur during healing. Describe the cause, lesion and manifestations for selected diseases likely to be dealt with by physical therapists. Use and understand the biomedical terminology associated with pathology.