RESP 2121 - Neonatal and Pediatric Respiratory Care

Institution:

Dalton State College

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Description:

Prerequisites: RESP 2110, RESP 2310. Co-requisites: RESP 2210, RESP 2130, sophomore year. This course presents the physiological and clinical concepts of mechanical ventilation and critical care monitoring of the pediatric and neonatal patient. The course focuses on respiratory care modalities and concepts specifically related to the pediatric and neonatal patient. Some topics include: ventilator design & function, assessment & monitoring of pediatric/neonatal patients, techniques for improving ventilation & oxygenation, weaning strategies, and labor & delivery. Critical thinking skills will be emphasized to support the application of neonatal/pediatric physician and therapist driven protocols.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.daltonstate.edu/

Phone Number:

(706) 272-4436

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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