RESP 340 - Mechanical Ventilators

Institution:

University of Kansas

Subject:

AAAS: African & African-American Studies

Description:

This course contains such topics as arterial puncture, classification of mechanical ventilators and adjunct devices, and their application to the patient. Four hours of lecture/discussion and a 3 hour weekly laboratory acquainting the student with the rationale for continuous mechanical ventilation and the basic operation of adult, pediatric and neonatal mechanical ventilators. Emphasis is placed on the selection of appropriate equipment and assessment of its effect on the patient. Prerequisite: RESP 303, RESP 318, RESP 325 and RESP 330. LEC

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ku.edu/

Phone Number:

(785) 864-2700

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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