NA650 Advanced Physiology and Pathophysiology II (6 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): NA645  
This course is the second in a series of two courses.  Topics covered in this course include the cardiovascular system, pulmonary, gastroenterology, nephrology, and hepatology.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Interpret the implications of renal and pulmonary pathology on the acid-base homeostasis.
2. Discuss the implications and therapies associated with both acute and chronic pulmonary issues.
3. Examine the normal and abnormal functioning of all components of the following:
   • cardiac system
   • vascular system
   • pulmonary system
   • gastrointestinal system
   • renal system
   • hepatic system
4. Interpret the implications of pathophysiology in the cardiac mechanical and conductive systems.
5. Formulate an anesthetic plan for patient’s chronic pulmonary diseases.
6. Differentiate between normal and abnormal vascular profiles.