RT 127 - Respiratory Care Diseases and Medications

Institution:

Lane Community College

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Description:

4 credits Prerequisite: Acceptance into Respiratory Care Program or consent of instructor. This course studies the normal anatomic and physiologic components of respiration, including the nature and causes of cardiopulmonary disorders. Physiologic functions presented include mechanics of ventilation, oxygen and carbon dioxide transport, neuro-regulation of respiration, acid-base balance, and defense mechanisms of the lung. Topics include discussion of common cardiopulmonary disorders requiring medication administration by respiratory therapists, and the indications, contraindications, mechanisms of action and standard dosages of those medications

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.Lanecc.edu

Phone Number:

(541) 463-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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