RESP TC 227 — Critical Care Services
Advanced cardiopulmonary monitoring is presented with emphasis on ECG interpretation and hemodynamic and exhaled gas monitoring and therapeutic interventions. Chest radiograph, CT and MRI interpretation will be introduced. Pharmacological agents that affect the cardiopulmonary, renal, and acid base regulating systems; paralyzing agents, analgesics, sedatives, administration safety, dose ranges, monitoring response to and basic fluid and electrolyte balance will be presented. Clinical simulations, tutorials, and Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.