RC103 — Respiratory Care Science III
RC 103 - Respiratory Care Science III RC 103 - Respiratory Care Science III 3 Credits This is the 3 rd course of four 4, in the RC Science series. This course advances the foundational concepts of the previous courses in this series. Conceptual topics include in-depth physiology of the cardiopulmonary system, integration of other bodily systems, and the relational changes between systems. Increasing focus on advancing critical thinking in the application of recognizing patient status and changes within the cardiopulmonary and systemic systems. Emphasis is placed on integrating Respiratory Care interventions. Program Admission Required Yes Admitted Program AAS to BAS - RC Fees Quarters Typically pring Day Designed to Serve This course is designed for students enrolled in the RC program. Active Date 20240401T16:17:40 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 24 Lecture 33 Total Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline Ventilation to perfusion (V/Q) relationships Respiratory disorders that affect V/Q and respiratory failure Metabolic disturbances in arterial blood gases Brainstem and chemoreceptor control of breathing Kidney function, fluid movement including hydrostatic and reabsorption Student Learning