Respiratory Procedures I

Course Code: RESP-110

Department: Respiratory Therapy

Credit Hours: 5.00

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This course provides the student with an introduction to respiratory therapy. This will include infection control procedures, all aspects of patient assessment, basic life support-CPR, medical gas therapy, oxygen therapy and humidity/aerosol therapy. Function, application and maintenance of common respiratory equipment will be covered. The lab portion of this class will teach the theories and concepts that the student will need to apply these skills in a clinical situation. Prerequisite: Admission into the Respiratory Therapy Program