NCLEX Pathophysiology Review
Essential Concepts of Pathophysiology for Nursing Students
Welcome to Feuer Nursing Review Pathophysiology Review Course
In this course, you will review the most essential concepts of Pathophysiology for different body systems.
This course is intended to supplement not to replace a comprehensive Pathophysiology textbook.
Before we start, let's first define what Pathophysiology is.
Pathophysiology combines Pathology (study of causes and effects of disease) and Physiology (study of how systems of the body function).
Pathophysiology studies how diseases affect the patient's body at the cellular and organ levels and the resulting physical and functional changes that occur as a result.
Why is Pathophysiology important in Nursing?
Pathophysiology is a fundamental component of Nursing education and practice that enables nurses to effectively assess clients' needs and treat the patients' condition or illness.
How will this Pathophysiology review course help with your NCLEX preparation?
The NCLEX test plan is categorized according to clients' needs. A clear understanding of Pathophysiology concepts will allow nursing students to effectively address those needs and apply clinical judgment skills to provide safe and effective patient care.
How is this Pathophysiology review course organized?
This Pathophysiology course is organized into eight easy-to-understand video chapters.
Pathophysiology QBank
This course includes a QBank with 50 NCLEX style questions with answers and rationales to reinforce the content learned and test your knowledge.
Your Instructor
Elizabeth Berro earned her diploma in Nursing from Presbyterian Hospital School of Nursing in Charlotte, North Carolina in 1985. She continued her education receiving a BSN, Masters in Nursing in Education and a Post-Masters Certificate for Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, and a PhD in Nursing.
Currently, Elizabeth serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor at Pace University teaching pathophysiology, pharmacology and pediatrics. As a faculty member at Pace, Professor Berro also coordinates the simulated Clinical Education Laboratory experiences for students on the Pleasantville campus. She has been recognized for her teaching style, is a member of Sigma Theta Tau, is an honorary member of the Golden Key Honor Society, and is a Certified Health Care Simulation Educator.
Elizabeth has worked in pediatric intensive care units, general pediatrics and currently practice as phone nurse triager for pediatrics. She has published articles on simulation, Tetralogy of Fallot and other pediatric topics.