RESP 1113: Respiratory Physiology

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Subject:
Respiratory Therapist
Credit hours: 3 Lecture hours: 3 Lab hours: 0
PCS code (Local ID):
Occupational/Technical
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Course Description

An in-depth study of the cardiovascular and pulmonary systems. The student will learn the mechanics and the neuromuscular control of ventilation. The student also will become familiar with the transport of oxygen and carbon dioxide via the blood.

Corequisite(s)

MATH 1142

Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s)

BIOL 1564 or BIOL 2654 with a grade of C or better

Topical Outline
  1. Study Strategies
  2. Physiology of the Respiratory System
  3. Ventilation
  4. Diffusion of Pulmonary Gases
  5. Pulmonary Function Measurement
  6. Anatomy and Physiology of the Circulatory System
  7. Oxygen Transport
  8. Carbon Dioxide Transport and Acid-Base Balance
  9. Ventilation-Perfusion Relationships
  10. Control of Ventilation
  11. Fetal Development and the Cardiopulmonary System
  12. Aging and the Cardiopulmonary System
  13. Exercise and Its Effects on the Cardiopulmonary System
  14. High Altitude and Its Effects on the Cardiopulmonary System
  15. High Pressure Environment and its Effects on the Cardiopulmonary System

At the end of this course, students will be able to:

  • Describe the airways, alveoli, lungs and chest wall.
  • Describe mechanics and control of ventilation.
  • Interpret pulmonary function tests.
  • Illustrate cardiopulmonary blood flow.
  • Explain gas diffusion.