Apr 29, 2024  
2022-2023 Undergraduate Catalogue 
    
2022-2023 Undergraduate Catalogue Archived Catalogue

RSP 402 - Advanced Techniques in Mechanical Ventilation


This course reinforces techniques to manage the critically ill patient through an understanding of underlying pathophysiology. Topics include a continuation in the application and management of mechanical ventilation, specialty modes of mechanical ventilation, and techniques related to difficult adult, pediatric and neonatal patients. Techniques related to adjunct therapies and treatments will include the use of ECMO, medical gases, esophageal balloons, prone positioning and recruitment maneuvers. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in advanced respiratory therapy concepts and procedures through written evaluations.

Credit Hours: 3

Corequisite Courses: RSP 307 , RSP 309 , RSP 308 , and RSP 353 .
Prerequisite Courses: RSP 304 , RSP 306 , RSP 356 , and RSP 352 .
Additional Restrictions/Requirements: Restricted to RSP majors only.
Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated.



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