EHS 680 Clinical Exercise Physiology

This course examines the topic of physiological response to exercise and exercise training for clinical populations. Particular emphasis will be placed on cardiac structure and function, interpretation of 12-lead electrocardiograms, and exercise testing (including pharmacological testing) and prescription for cardiac and pulmonary patients. In addition, a variety of other patient populations will be discussed, such as those that are pregnant or have diabetes, obesity, hypertension, etc. Students in this course will also complete internship hours at a local hospital in the cardiac rehabilitation center. This is a fundamental course designed to help prepare students to work in cardiopulmonary rehabilitation.

Prerequisite(s): EHS 680

4 Credit(s)