Anatomy and Physiology for Cardiology BHSC 1117

Designed specifically for allied health professionals in the field of Cardiology, focuses on the structure and function of the heart. Covers anatomy of the heart and the relation of the heart to thoracic structures. Relates the structure of the heart muscle cell or myocyte to its electrical and mechanical properties. A discussion of the electrical events of the cardiac cycle provides the electrophysiological basis of the ECG. Relates mechanical events of the cycle to electrical events and to the pressure and volume changes in the heart chambers. Covers structure and function of the blood vessels as components of the circulatory system. A unit on circulatory physiology integrates functions of the heart, blood and vessels. Includes discussions of the respiratory and urinary systems as they influence, and are influenced by, the circulation. Challenge course available.