Learning objectives
To learn about cardiac mechanics and cardio-respiratory emergency situations.
Prerequisites
Cardio-respiratory anatomy, physiology and pathology.
Course unit content
<p>Cardiac physiology: left ventricular mechanics, systoles, diastoles, relationship between ventricular function and blood volumes.</p>
<p>Emergencies:sudden cardiac death, acute coronary syndromes, syncope, pulmonary oedema, life-threatening arrhythmias</p>