RTH 121 - Clinical Practice in Respiratory Therapy I

Institution:

Bunker Hill Community College

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Description:

This course introduces students to the hospital environment and the practice of Respiratory Therapy. Students employ infection control techniques, use the medical record, communicate with the health care team, perform lung expansion and bronchial hygiene therapies, and apply respiratory care protocols. Course meets 8 hrs. clinical practice in selected health care facilities. Prerequisite: Admission to the Respiratory Therapy Program. Co-requisites: Principles of Respiratory Therapy I (RTH101) and Modalities of Respiratory Therapy I (RTH111).

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bhcc.mass.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 228-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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