CARD 5007 - Cardiopulmonary

11.5 credit hours

The Cardiopulmonary course integrates the basic and clinical sciences associated with common cardiovascular and pulmonary conditions. A major emphasis is placed on cardiac anatomy and physiology as they relate to the structure and function of the cardiovascular system in the first segment of the course. A major emphasis is placed on respiratory anatomy and physiology as they relate to the structure and function of the pulmonary system in the second segment of the course. The course also covers the relationships of embryology, biochemistry, microbiology, immunology, genetics, pathology, and pharmacology as they relate to the cardiovascular and pulmonary systems health and disease. An understanding of these basic sciences will be used to learn a clinical approach to common cardiovascular and pulmonary conditions. Guided learning through reading assignments, small group exercises, and large group activities allow students to examine relevant basic science concepts of the cardiovascular and pulmonary systems from a clinical viewpoint. Material presented in Medical Skills and Osteopathic Principles and Practice augment this learning with physical diagnosis and osteopathic manipulative treatment skill development.

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