RES 212 - Respiratory Pharmacology

Institution:

Reading Area Community College

Subject:

Respiratory Care

Description:

This course introduces students to the study of pharmacological principles related to the treatment of patients with cardiopulmonary disease. The course includes a study of the anatomy and basic function of the central and peripheral nervous systems, principles of drug action, the basic methods of drug administration, standard drug calculations, and the effects of drugs on particular body systems. Inhaled broncho-active aerosols and other agents commonly employed in the care of the cardiopulmonary patient are discussed.

Credits:

2.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

BIO 250 and (MAT 110, MAT 130, MAT 150, MAT 160, or MAT 210)

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

A Grade of C or Higher is Required for all Listed Prerequisite Courses.

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.racc.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 372-4721

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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