CPSC 3000 - Foundations of Cardiopulmonary Science
(4 credits)Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Respiratory Therapy program.
Examines the basic modes of cardiopulmonary care to understand their principles of application to patients. A discussion is provided on the indications, hazards, contraindications, and assessments of various patient care modalities. Modes of care include medical gas therapy, aerosol and humidity therapy, postural drainage and percussion, and lung hyperinflation.