RESP 2020 - Cardiopulmonary Anatomy and Physiology

Institution:

Utah Tech University

Subject:

Respiratory Therapy

Description:

First semester course. Expands on basic human anatomy and physiology, concentrating on the cardiopulmonary system. Covers selected gas laws and physical principles associated with respiration and gas exchange, ventilation, pulmonary mechanics, circulation, and hemodynamics. Introduces fetal and newborn anatomy and physiology and basic cardiac and renal function. This course requires a Differential Tuition Rate which is an additional fee of $65 charged per credit hour. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Describe and define the function of the anatomic and histologic structures of the pulmonary system. 2. Describe the physiology of ventilation, including the associated muscles, gas laws, minute volumes and airway, lung, and chest wall dynamics. 3. Describe normal and abnormal breathing patterns. 4. Define and describe diffusion of gases into and from the lungs, including associated gas laws. 5. Describe and define the function of the anatomic and histologic functions of the cardiovascular system. 6. Define oxygen transport and discuss all factors associated with abnormal delivery of oxygen to the tissues. 7. Define acid-base balance and be able to appropriately interpret a blood gas. 8. Describe V/Q relationships and describe clinical implications of V/Q imbalances and their associated pathologies. 9. Describe the physiologic mechanisms of ventilatory control (neurologic and chemical, central and peripheral). Prerequisite: Admission to the Utah Tech University Respiratory Therapy program. FA

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.utahtech.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 652-7500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

General Education

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