RC 140 - Theory III- Respiratory Care in Specialty Areas

Institution:

American River College

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Description:

Prerequisite: RC 130, 131 with a grade of "C" or better; currentcertifi cation of advanced cardiopulmonary life support. Corequisite: RC 141 Hours: 54 hours LEC This course presents the principles of neonatal/pediatric respiratory care, including basic and advanced techniques as well as transport of mechanically ventilated newborns and children. It also presents the principles underlying cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, including patient assessment, stress testing, reconditioning techniques, psychosocial aspects specifi c to the home setting and long term ventilator care.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.arc.losrios.edu/

Phone Number:

(916) 484-8011

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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