Clinical Management of Cardiovascular Disease

Catalog description

The student will participate in the diagnostic, operative and post-operative care of the patient suffering from cardiovascular disease. The student will gain proficiency in cardiovascular anatomy and physiology, acquired heart disease, hemodynamic monitoring, and electrocardiography. A letter grade of “C” or better is required for graduation. OPEN ONLY Open only to matriculated Respiratory Care students or those with permission of the department chairperson. Pre-requisite(s): RESP 125 Fundamentals of Respiratory Care II with a final grade of “C” or better and RESP 200 Advanced Respiratory Life Support with a final grade of “C” or better.