RC 114 - Cardiopulmonary Pharmacology

Institution:

Erie Community College

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Description:

A course developing, in a comprehensive manner, the various classes of pharmacologic agents used in the treatment and management of cardiorespiratory diseases. Topics include: understanding of drugs, their preparations, administration and uses; mathematical principles of drug therapy, dosages and symptoms of overdose, basic mechanisms of drugs, classes of drugs, characteristic effects on various body systems (nervous, muscular, circulatory, excretory, endocrine) and drugs affecting the renal and pulmonary regulation of acid-base balance. Emphasis will be placed on the knowledge of skills and procedures necessary for the safe and effective dispensing and administration of pharmacologic agents as related to respiratory care. Prerequisites: Matriculation in Respiratory Care program or permission of the department. All Respiratory Care coursework must be taken in sequential order to keep matriculated status.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ecc.edu

Phone Number:

(716) 842-2770

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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