HEAAN6602 Advanced Pathophysiology for Acute Care Nursing
The purpose of this unit is to prepare the post-registration nurse for clinical practice with an in depth understanding of advanced human pathophysiology of major body systems and their subsequent alterations. Building upon an existing knowledge of physiology, this unit will provide nurses with an opportunity to deepen their understanding of clinical manifestations arising in acute care settings. A focus will be on core concepts of the deteriorating patient, and exploration of physiological responses to compromised functioning.
Commonwealth supported place (CSP)
A CSP is subsidised by the Australian Government and students pay a contribution amount. Each unit is classified into a band, depending on the study area of the unit (this discipline may be different from the study area of your course).
2025 contribution amount* $578
2025 grandfathered contribution amount* $578
Grandfathered contribution amount - if you are a continuing student, who commenced your course before 1 January 2021, you will continue paying the same amount as you would have, had legislative reforms not been implemented, for any units that would otherwise have an increased student contribution amount.
* For Clinical Psychology & Professional Pathways bands the unit fee amount is determined by accredited courses. Students in Postgraduate Clinical Psychology, Professional Pathway Psychology or Professional Pathway Social Work accredited courses should refer to the information below.
