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Apr 20, 2024
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RESP 1104 - Cardiopulmonary Anatomy and Physiology 4 Credits
This course provides an in-depth study of coronary and pulmonary anatomy and physiology with focus on the adult patient. Emphasis is on the heart-lung relationship within the context of ventilation, gas exchange physiology, acid-base regulation, exercise, and cardiopulmonary compensatory mechanisms. Additional content explores the cardiovascular and renal systems as they relate to cardiopulmonary function. Didactic only.
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the NPC Respiratory Care Program, BIOL 2224 Anatomy And Physiology I, BIOL 2234 Anatomy And Physiology II, CHEM 1104 Chemistry For Non-Majors or CHEM 1204 General Chemistry I, BIOL 2244 Microbiology, MATH 1123 College Algebra
Corequisite: RESP 1103 Foundations of Respiratory Care, RESP 1114 Cardiopulmonary Assessment & Diagnostics
Didactic only. Course Level Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
1. Describe how spontaneous breathing and positive pressure mechanical ventilation are different and similar in the way they create pressure gradients throughout the respiratory cycle. (PLO 2, 3)
2. Explain the way in which various abnormal physiological processes impair the effectiveness of lung clearance mechanisms. (PLO 1, 3, 6)
3. Describe how the upper and lower airways differ in their ability to filter, humidify, and warm inspired gas. (PLO 1, 3)
4. Explain how compliance and resistance are related to the emptying and filling rates of the lung during breathing. (PLO 1, 3)
5. Explain how minute ventilation, alveolar ventilation, and dead space ventilation are interrelated. (PLO 1, 3)
6. Use arterial blood gas values to distinguish between primary respiratory and primary metabolic acid-base disturbances. (PLO 1, 3)
7. Explain how right and left ventricular pumping function can be assessed through pulmonary artery catheterization. (PLO 1, 3)
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