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CPSC 4160 - Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation and Home Care

2 Credits

Lecture/laboratory course designed to introduce students to the care of chronically ill patients. Discussions will focus on the delivery of cardiopulmonary services for hospital-based cardiopulmonary rehabilitation programs, extended care facilities, and home care. Topics include clinical exercise testing, exercise prescriptions, clinical practice guidelines for management of patients who require long term Respiratory Care (e.g., oxygen therapy, bronchodilator therapy, mechanical ventilation, etc.).