RESP 200 - Cardiopulmonary Pathophysiology

Institution:

Kapiolani Community College

Subject:

Description:

3 hours lecture per week Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Respiratory Care program. RESP 200 examines common cardiopulmonary disease processes while exploring the relationship between pathophysiology and therapeutic interventions. Upon successful completion of RESP 200, the student should be able to: Define and describe fundamental characteristics of cardiopulmonary diseases and conditions. Discuss etiology, pathology, diagnosis, and prognosis of common cardiopulmonary diseases. Match chronic cardiopulmonary diseases to appropriate rehabilitative techniques. 6 Define abnormal lab values as they relate to specific diseases. Discuss traumatic injuries to the chest wall. Describe common pathology seen on chest x-ray exam. Complete a concise written and oral case presentation to the class.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

kapiolani.hawaii.edu/page/home

Phone Number:

(808) 734-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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