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RESP 115 Cardiopulmonary Pharmacology

This course is designed to familiarize the student with medications commonly used in cardiopulmonary care. It includes patient assessment of need, indications, contraindication, actions, side effects and hazards for each medication discussed. The student will also identify age appropriate dosing and routes of administration for each drug. The course includes an introduction to the pharmacological aspect of Advanced Cardiac Life Support according to the guidelines of the American Heart Association.
Pre-requisite(s): BIOL 139 Anatomy and Physiology for Respiratory Care Students  with a final grade of “C” or better or BIOL 271 Anatomy and Physiology II  with a final grade of “C” or better or ICVT 210 Principles of Invasive Cardiovascular Technology I  with a final grade of “C” or better.
Terms Offered: Spring
Offered Distance Learning: No
Credits: 2
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 2