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May 09, 2024
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RESP 1124 - Respiratory Equipment & Basic Therapeutics 4 Credits
This course introduces the student to equipment and basic principles of physics used in the delivery, management, and evaluation of respiratory care in a variety of practice settings. Content includes focus areas of medical gas therapy, infection control, airway management, bronchial hygiene, and safe transport. Students are introduced to principles governing the safe initiation and management of mechanical ventilation along with alternative ventilator and sleep devices. Lab fee.
Prerequisite: Acceptance into the NPC Respiratory Care Program, BIOL 2224 Anatomy And Physiology I* , BIOL 2234 Anatomy And Physiology II* , CHEM 1104 Chemistry For Non-Majors I* , BIOL 2244 Microbiology* , RESP 1103 - Foundations of Respiratory Care , RESP 1104 - Cardiopulmonary Anatomy and Physiology , RESP 1114 - Cardiopulmonary Assessment & Diagnostics , RESP 1113 - Pulmonary Disease .
Didactic and Lab.
Typically Offered: Spring Semesters
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