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May 04, 2024
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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.
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