RC 2124 - Critical Care Respiratory Therapy

Institution:

Oklahoma City Community College

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Description:

Prerequisite: (R) (W) (M) RC 1124, RC 1142, RC 1253, RC 1312 4 CREDITS This course introduces topics related to the delivery of respiratory care and patient management in the critical care setting. The student will master advance patient monitoring modalities as well as the more complex ventilation modes. The primary topic is overall evaluation and management of the critically ill patient with use of patient care plans and respiratory care protocols. Included in this course are laboratory demonstrations, student practice, peer evaluation and return student demonstration for evaluation. Students will demonstrate minimal proficiency in the laboratory setting on all required procedural skills. Topics include: developing care plans, cardiovascular monitoring and management, fluid and electrolyte monitoring, pleural drainage, x-ray assessment, advanced ventilatory modes and respiratory emergencies.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.occc.edu

Phone Number:

(405) 682-1611

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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