RESP 1324 Respiratory Procedures I
This course provides students with an introduction to respiratory care and the basic skills and equipment associated with this health care field. The respiratory skills that will be learned are patient assessment, diagnostic testing and interpretation, humidity and aerosol therapy, medical gas therapy and professional behavior. Basic physics for the respiratory therapist will be introduced. The student also will learn the function, application, and maintenance of common respiratory equipment. Emphasis will be on production, storage, and delivery of medical gases, humidifiers, nebulizers, and oxygen appliances.
Prerequisite
Admission to the Respiratory Therapy program,
BIOL 1564 and
MATH 1414 or higher level math, with grades of C or better - Must be taken either prior to or at the same time as this course.
Distribution
Respiratory Therapist
Lecture Hours
4
Lab Hours
4
Fees
250