CPSC 3100 - INTRODUCTION TO THE CLINICAL CARDIOPULMONARY SCIENCES

[1 Credit]

Lecture course designed to introduce students to various aspects of respiratory therapy and cardiovascular sonography. Course content includes a review of medical terminology along with discussions related to professionalism, preparing for the patient encounter, electronic medical record, healthcare communications, hospital policies related to environment of care, standard precautions, and proper body mechanics during functional mobility/transfer of patients.