RSP 330  -  Respiratory Care Lab 1

This course reinforces understanding of the role of the respiratory care practitioner within interprofessional teams and interactions with diverse patient populations. Activities include medical gas administration, aerosol delivery, respiratory therapeutics, airway management & trach care, introduction to non-invasive ventilation and medical terminology. Learners will practice skills that support a complete patient examination through the assessment of medical records, physical findings, laboratory data, the chest radiograph, and diagnostic and therapeutic interventions. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competencies necessary to care for patients with cardiopulmonary disease and disorders that affect life functions.