RTT 112 - Introduction to Respiratory Therapy

Institution:

Augusta Technical College

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Description:

(Corequisites: RTT 193, RTT 113) Provides students with the principles of chemistry and physics as they apply to Respiratory Care Technology. Emphasizes specific modes of respiratory care in order to understand principles of application to patients, indications, hazards, contraindications, evaluation of therapy and patient assessment. Topics include: respiratory therapy chemistry and physics principles, patient assessment, medical gases, humidity/aerosol therapy, positive pressure breathing, incentive spirometry, postural drainage, percussion/vibration, universal precautions, and hospital safety.

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.augustatech.edu

Phone Number:

(706) 771-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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