Mar 28, 2024  
Course/Program Inventory 
    
Course/Program Inventory

RESP 1430 - Arterial Blood Gas Analysis and Diagnostic Procedures



Credit hours: 4

Prerequisites: Admission to the program

Course Description:
Arterial Blood Gas Analysis and Diagnostic Procedures is a study of the heart, lung, and renal organ systems. The respiratory system is addressed as it relates to ventilatory mechanics, gas transport and exchange, acid-base physiology, neurological and chemical control of respiration, fluid and electrolyte balance, ventilation and perfusion, and pulmonary function testing.  3 hr. Lecture/wk. 2 hr. Lab/wk.

Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will be able to:

  1. Properly perform an arteriotomy.
  2. Describe key elements of arterial blood gas analysis.
  3. Interpret arterial blood gas results.