RC 111 - Applied Cardiopulmonary Physiology

Institution:

American River College

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Description:

Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Respiratory Care Program. Corequisite: RC 110 and 112; BIOL 431. Hours: 54 hours LEC This course provides a foundation for the development of critical thinking skills necessary for the clinical practice of respiratory care. It gives a comprehensive overview of the cardiopulmonary system with emphasis on applied physiology expanding on the concepts introduced in anatomy and physiology, and provides in depth information on ventilation, gas transport and acid-base balance, including interpretation of data and the relationship of physiological principles to patient care.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.arc.losrios.edu/

Phone Number:

(916) 484-8011

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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