RESP 1193 - Cardiopulmonary Anatomy and Physiology

Prerequisite: BIOL 2113, BIOL 2113L, BIOL 2114, BIOL 2114L, BIOL 2117, BIOL 2117L, CHEM 1211, CHEM 1211L, MATH 1111 or MATH 1113
Provides an in-depth study of cardiac and pulmonary anatomy and physiology, and the diagnostic procedures commonly used in the hospital to evaluate these systems. Emphasizes the heart-lung relationship and clinical applications of these phenomena in the cardiopulmonary system. Topics include: respiratory function; ventilatory mechanisms; gas transport; laboratory analysis; natural and chemical regulation of breathing; circulation, blood flow and pressure, and cardiac function; renal physiology and related topics. (associate degree-level course) Contact hours: Class - 2, Lab - 4. Credit hours: 4 (Sp)

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