RESP 101 - Sciences for Respiratory Care

Institution:

Kapiolani Community College

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Description:

3 hours lecture per week Recommended Preparation: College level reading and mathematics ability. RESP 101 focuses on basic sciences for the beginning student in respiratory care. This course will include principles of physics, infection control, computer skills, and evidence-based medicine that apply to healthcare. Upon successful completion of RESP 101, the student should be able to: Describe gas laws. Perform calculations using gas laws. Define scientific terms related to physics and chemistry. Describe infection control techniques used in healthcare. Use email with attachments. Develop an electronic presentation (i.e. Powerpoint). Develop a simple spreadsheet. Perform internet searches. Define evidence-based medicine. Utilize principles of evidence-based medicine to research selected topics in respiratory care.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

kapiolani.hawaii.edu/page/home

Phone Number:

(808) 734-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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