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Prerequisite: Admission to Respiratory Therapy program.
This course introduces students to the field of respiratory care, including the role of the respiratory therapist within the healthcare system. Students will learn to perform physical assessments and use equipment that monitors the cardiopulmonary system. The course also addresses the use of oxygen administration, humidification of the airway, medical terminology, and basic principles of fluid physics.
(6 contact hours: 3 lecture, 3 lab) [Catalog Entry] ADDITIONAL FEES: $70.00
Prerequisite: Admission to Respiratory Therapy program.
This course provides a detailed analysis of cardiopulmonary anatomy and physiology, arterial blood gas interpretation, gas laws, and basic principles of fluid physics related to respiratory mechanics. The course also covers the central nervous and renal systems, ventilation/perfusion relationships, an introduction to hemodynamic monitoring, and basic interpretation of electrocardiograms.
(3 contact hours) [Catalog Entry]
Prerequisite: RESP 1500, RESP 1600, RESP 1800.
This course serves as an introduction to mechanical ventilation and the acute care setting. Students will discuss and apply the competencies associated with this form of therapy to patient cases. (23 contact hours: 4 lecture, 3 lab, 16 clinical) [Catalog Entry] ADDITIONAL FEES: $115.00
Prerequisite: RESP 1500, RESP 1600, RESP 1800.
This specialized course provides a study of the cardiovascular system, including invasive and non-invasive evaluation, pharmacology related to this system, and its application to patient care.
(3 contact hours) [Catalog Entry]
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