RESP 0105 - Cardiopulmonary Anatomy and Physiology

Spring 3 Credit Hours
An in-depth presentation of the cardiopulmonary system, its abnormalities, and corrective techniques as related to respiratory therapy. Included are the concepts of the cardiovascular system, ventilation, diffusion of pulmonary gases, hemodynamic measurements, ventilation perfusion relationships, oxygen and carbon dioxide transport, acid base balance, and arterial blood gas analysis. Course Charge: $45.00 Health Science Program Charge Prerequisite: Admission to the respiratory care program, college level math course and completion of BIO 0121.