CARD 160 — Cardiovascular Physiology and
Pathophysiology I 3 cr. This course includes the review of cardiovascular anatomy and structural relationships with the cardiopulmonary and vascular system. The function and regulation of the heart and blood vessels, cellular structure and function, electrical activity and cardiovascular integration and adaptation will be discussed. Heart sounds and murmurs will be reviewed as will b lood pressure regulation. The study of cardiovascular pathophysiology will include an in - depth review of various cardiac diseases, related etiology and treatment options including: ischemic cardiac disease, heart failure, and valvular heart disease. Prerequisite(s): CARD-100, CARD-105, CARD-120, BIOL- Corequisite(s): CARD-115, CARD-150, CARD-155 or CARD-165, CARD-170