This course introduces students to the study of the theories and practices related to the common diagnostic/clinical procedures and special lab tests involving cardiology and pulmonary patients. Additional emphasis will be placed on blood borne pathogens, hematology, and electrocardiograms. Students will study blood borne pathogens, hematology, and learn to give electrocardiograms as well as collect blood samples using hypodermic needles and body fluids from patients for laboratory testing. Students will study the Circulatory system and practice safety-conscious, blood-drawing techniques. (Lecture 40 clock hours/Lab 40 clock hours)