2017-18 University Catalog 
    
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2017-18 University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

RCP 120 - Interventions in Gas Exchange


(F,W,S)
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 4

An introduction to the effects of ineffective breathing on carbon dioxide removal and oxygen delivery. Basic pulmonary mechanics are described. The vascular effects of hypoxemia are fully explored. Oxygen therapy and Continuous Positive Airway Pressure are introduced.