HSC 457L Cardiorespiratory Physiology Laboratory

Students focus on the in-depth study of the function of the cardiovascular and pulmonary systems. Topics include cardiac electrophysiology, basic interpretation of EKGs, cardiovascular hemodynamics, pulmonary ventilation, gas exchange, arterial blood gases, and acid-based disturbances. Also included is a discussion of the pathophysiology associated with common cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases, as well as cardiovascular monitoring and ventilator management. 

Credits

1

Cross Listed Courses

BIO 457L

Corequisite

BIO 457