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RESP 2500 Pathophysiology 1 (4,0,0) RESP 2500 Pathophysiology 1 (4,0,0)Credits: 3 credits This course will deal with disordered function of various body systems excluding the respiratory system.
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RESP 2540 Client-Centered Care and Community Health (2,0,0,2P) RESP 2540 Client-Centered Care and Community Health (2,0,0,2P)Credits: 3 credits Students will develop foundational health education skills and health promotion knowledge to educate and care for individuals using a client-centered approach within a community healthcare setting. Students will apply evidence-based needs assessments, health education principles, and effective communication strategies to support diverse patient populations with a variety of community respiratory health concerns.
Students taking this course will be expected to take part in practicum-based activities and assignments. These additional activities occur outside of lecture times. Practicum-based activities promote application of theory to a clinical setting and may be offered through a variety of community health partners.
Prerequisites: Admission to the 3rd semester of the Respiratory Therapy Program. |
RESP 2550 Mechanical Ventilation (4,0,3)(L) RESP 2550 Mechanical Ventilation (4,0,3)(L)Credits: 3 credits Mechanical Ventilation is a form of life support for the critically ill patient. Students are instructed in the fundamentals of mechanical ventilators and ventilatory modes. Ventilator-patient interactions are explored in the context of specific lung conditions and patient situations.
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RESP 2570 Blood Gas Analysis (4,0,2)(L) RESP 2570 Blood Gas Analysis (4,0,2)(L)Credits: 3 credits This course provides the student with specific information concerning the collection, analysis, clinical interpretation, and clinical applications of blood gases. The student learns the application of invasive and non-invasive technology in the assessment of blood gases.
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RESP 2590 Patient Assessment (3,0,2)(L) RESP 2590 Patient Assessment (3,0,2)(L)Credits: 3 credits This course provides the student with the knowledge and skills that are necessary for an optimum RT-patient relationship. These include: good patient assessment skills, communication and documentation skills, and the assessment of diagnostic data. The student develops good clinical reasoning skills which promote effective patient care.
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RESP 2680 Pulmonary Function (3,0,1)(L) RESP 2680 Pulmonary Function (3,0,1)(L)Credits: 3 credits Students will explore the importance of pulmonary function (PF) testing, apply the knowledge to interpret pulmonary function data, and perform specific tests according to the American Thoracic Society (ATS) criteria. Consistent quality control, safety, and the ability to provide effective coaching is emphasized and applied to each test. Focus will be placed on spirometry, diffusion testing, lung volume testing, airway resistance, and bronchoprovocation testing.
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RESP 2600 Respiratory Pathophysiology (3,0,0) RESP 2600 Respiratory Pathophysiology (3,0,0)Credits: 3 credits Students explore various respiratory disorders in terms of definition, etiology, pathogenesis, pathology, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, diagnosis and treatment.
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RESP 2620 Anaesthesia (3,0,1)(L) RESP 2620 Anaesthesia (3,0,1)(L)Credits: 3 credits The student gains the knowledge required to assist in the delivery of anesthesia. This includes: a working knowledge of the equipment utilized in this area; an understanding of the technical and clinical aspects of anesthesia; knowledge of the techniques for anesthetic administration; and the importance of maintaining safe anesthetic practices.
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RESP 2630 Perinatal and Pediatric Respiratory Care (4,0,2)(L) RESP 2630 Perinatal and Pediatric Respiratory Care (4,0,2)(L)Credits: 3 credits Students develop the knowledge and skills required to work in a perinatal and pediatric setting. Various topics include pregnancy, delivery and assessment of the newborn; acute care of the 'at risk' newborn; perinatal and pediatric physiology and pathophysiology; and the respiratory care technology used in the monitoring and treatment of neonatal and pediatric disorders. Certification in the Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) occurs in this course.
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RESP 2650 Application of Mechanical Ventilation (3,0,2)(L) RESP 2650 Application of Mechanical Ventilation (3,0,2)(L)Credits: 3 credits This course provides an overview of the clinical application of mechanical ventilation. Students will learn how to establish the need for, initiate, maintain and effectively withdraw mechanical ventilation. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to optimize ventilatory care for patients, depending upon subjective and objective patient assessment.
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RESP 2660 Chronic Disease Management (2,0,0,2P) RESP 2660 Chronic Disease Management (2,0,0,2P)Credits: 3 credits Students explore the management, treatment, and application of educational principles for asthma, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and sleep-disordered breathing. Students investigate the assessment, diagnosis, and therapeutics of each chronic disease or disorder, and apply these principles in a clinical or simulated environment.
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RESP 2710 Application of Respiratory Therapy Practice (4,0,3)(L) RESP 2710 Application of Respiratory Therapy Practice (4,0,3)(L)Credits: 3 credits A case-based approach to Respiratory Therapy practice involves the exploration of pertinent clinical studies to facilitate the education of Respiratory Therapy students in preparation for the clinical portion of the 3 or 4 year program. This course will strengthen the student's ability to understand the assessment and treatment of patients in various situations requiring respiratory care services. This course will allow the student to evolve their knowledge and clinical skills via lectures, laboratory exercises and simulations which are designed to enhance critical thinking skills. All content of this course will be based on current health care policies, procedures and evidence-based practice that is supported in research literature.
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