CVT 121 - Cardiac Catheterization II

Institution:

Augusta Technical College

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Description:

Offers an intensive study of the role of the cardiovascular technologist in the various invasive cardiac catheterization procedures such as right and left heart procedures, temporary pacemakers, Swan-Ganz catheters, and coronary angioplasty. Basic competencies are developed in hemodynamic calculations such as quantitative left ventricular volumes, valve area, and pressure waveforms in classroom, lab, and clinical settings. Additional topics include: emergency life support, cardiac pharmacology, and cardiac pathology and advance cardiac life support.

Credits:

9.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.augustatech.edu

Phone Number:

(706) 771-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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