Respiratory/Cardiac Physiology
Credits: 3
Course Number: 10-515-174
Course Description
10-515-174 RESPIRATORY/CARDIAC PHYSIOLOGY...provides the student with an in-depth knowledge of the structure and function of the respiratory and circulatory systems necessary to function as a competent Respiratory Therapist. Emphasis is placed on promotion of evidence-based practice using established clinical practice guidelines and published research for its relevance to patient care. (Prerequisite: 10-806-177, General Anatomy & Physiology)
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What will I learn?
- Analyze how components of the pulmonary system function in the body
- Analyze control of breathing
- Apply principles of gas transport
- Apply principles of ventilatory mechanics
- Analyze how components of the cardiovascular system function in the body
- Interpret blood gas data
- Identify normal hemodynamic values of the cardiopulmonary system
- Identify normal fluid and electrolyte balance values
- Recognize basic single lead rhythm strips
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