HHSC 434 Pathology

3 semester hours

This course is intended to introduce students to general medical topics and skills that relate to areas of study, including athletic training, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and other healthcare professions. Topics covered in this course will include clinical decision-making, major diseases of the body systems and differential diagnosis. Medical management will also be discussed for the various conditions and illnesses, allowing for athletic trainers/healthcare providers to gain awareness into their role into the treatment/management of the systemic disease and recognize how the treatment may impact participation in physical activity.

Lecture, 3 hours.

Prerequisites: HHSC 255 and HHSC 256 .