RESPIRATORY CARE 141 - Ventilatory-Mechanics I

Institution:

City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College

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Description:

Teory of basic mechanical ventilator function, methods of ventilation, modes, classifcation of ventilators, demonstration of basic equipment and circuitry. Airway management indications, selection of type, intubation, management assessment, hazards, extubation and troubleshooting the artifcial airway will be covered. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course. Prerequisite: Respiratory Care courses 117, and 118, and 119 or Consent of Department Chairperson. 2 lecture and 2 lab hours per week. 3 credit hours.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.ccc.edu/colleges/malcolm-x/pages/default.aspx

Phone Number:

(312) 850-7000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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