RC 110 - Principles of Respiratory Care I

Institution:

Erie Community College

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Description:

This is an introduction course designed to build on the major concepts of practice for the Respiratory Therapist. Topics include: An introduction to health care and the profession, medical gas storage and delivery, humidity and aerosol therapy, lung expansion theory, basic patient assessment and infection control procedures. Pre-requisite: Matriculation in the Respiratory Care program or permission of the department. All Respiratory Care coursework must be taken in sequential order.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ecc.edu

Phone Number:

(716) 842-2770

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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