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BIO 209 - Cardiopulmonary Anatomy and Physiology


Credits: 4
3 Lecture Hours 3 Lab Hours

Prerequisites: BIO 115  or BIO 162  

 
Description
This course emphasizes cardiopulmonary anatomy and physiology and its impact on the body.  Anatomic, physiologic and pharmacologic concepts of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems are studied in detail. Interactions between the cardiovascular, pulmonary and renal systems are evaluated in the context of normal homeostatic mechanisms as well as pathophysiological changes and associated treatment(s) that occur in disease states. The laboratory component of the course allows further exploration of important concepts.  This course is required for specific Allied Health programs.


Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will:

  1. Describe the structure and function of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems.
  2. Investigate the impacts of blood and the immune system on cardiopulmonary function.
  3. Apply the principles of homeostasis to body fluids, electrolytes and acid-base balance.
  4. Assess the clinical symptoms of selected cardiovascular and respiratory diseases using case study analysis.
  5. Evaluate common treatments and therapeutic interventions for selected disorders.
  6. Utilize common laboratory techniques to evaluate anatomic and physiologic concepts.
Listed Topics
  1. Heart, lung and vessel anatomy
  2. Cardiovascular dynamics
  3. Pulmonary function
  4. Immunology
  5. Hematology
  6. Body fluids, electrolytes and acid-base balance
  7. Disease progression
  8. Treatments and therapeutics
Reference Materials
Textbook and contemporary learning materials
Students who successfully complete this course acquire general knowledge, skills and abilities that align with CCAC’s definition of an educated person. Specifically, this course fulfills these General Education Goals:
  • Communication
  • Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
Approved By: Dr. Quintin B. Bullock Date Approved: 2/13/2021


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