RSP 306 - Introduction to Mechanical Ventilation

This course provides students an introduction of acute patient care and managing a critically ill patients on ventilators. Students will explore the indications, contraindications and hazards of invasive and non-invasive ventilation. Emphasis on the review of current approaches to ventilator management, monitoring techniques, graphics and weaning strategies. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in respiratory therapy concepts and procedures in the intensive care unit through written evaluations.

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisite or Corequisite Courses: RSP 304 with a C or better and RSP 352 with a C or better.
Prerequisite Courses: RSP 300 with a C or better, RSP 301 with a C or better, RSP 302 with a C or better, RSP 303 with a C or better, RSP 304 with a C or better, and RSP 352 with a C or better.
Additional Restrictions/Requirements: Restricted to RSP majors only.
Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated.
Major Restriction RSP