MED 514 - Cardiopulmonary I

5 credit hours

Cardiopulmonary is a two-course sequence that integrates the basic and clinical sciences associated with common cardiopulmonary conditions. A major emphasis is placed on cardiac and respiratory anatomy and physiology as they relate to the structure and function of the cardiopulmonary system. The course will also discover the relationships of embryology, biochemistry, microbiology, immunology, genetics, pathology and pharmacology as they relate to cardiopulmonary system health and disease. A solid understanding of these basic sciences will be used to learn a clinical approach to common cardiopulmonary conditions. Students will learn basic skills for interpretation of chest x-rays, electrocardiograms, arterial blood gases and spirometry.