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BIOL 229 - Cardiopulmonary Pathology (Respiratory Care)

2 Credits
A contrasting study of the relationship between structure and function in the normal and diseased cardiopulmonary systems. Focus on specific diseases includes, COPD, asthma, ARDS, and CHF. Basic diagnostic workups and therapeutic interventions are identified. There is an emphasis on clinical applications and decision making using critical care methodologies.

Prerequisites: RESP 101A - Respiratory Care 1   
Corequisite: RESP 201A - Respiratory Care 3