RESP 1320 - Cardiopulmonary Physiology

Credit hours: 3

Prerequisites: Acceptance into the program.

Course Description:
Cardiopulmonary Physiology provides an in-depth study of the physiology of the cardiopulmonary system. Topics include the mechanics of breathing, ventilation/perfusion relationships, gas transport mechanisms and neurologic control of ventilation. Maintenance of acid/base balance and the interpretation of arterial blood gases are also discussed. 3 hr. Lecture/wk.

Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will be able to:

Describe the neurological control of ventilation.
Explain the process of ventilation with a description of those factors that impede normal ventilation.
Describe the process of gas exchange and oxygen transport and be able to calculate the indices used to evaluate adequate function.
Interpret arterial blood gas results and explain the role of the urinary and respiratory systems in maintaining acid/base balance.