RESP 202 - Clinical Practice I

Institution:

Kapiolani Community College

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Description:

16 hours lab per week Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Respiratory Care program. Comment: Uniform, school patch, and stethoscope are required. A laboratory supply kit may be purchased at the bookstore. RESP 202 is a course in basic respiratory care skills and procedures including charting, medications, oxygen therapy, lung inflation therapy, and secretion management. Upon successful completion of RESP 202, the student should be able to: Perform routine physical assessment on the cardiopulmonary patient. Document results of the patient's assessment and response to therapy in the patient's record. Monitor and evaluate the patient's response to respiratory therapy. Communicate the patient's respiratory care plan, response to therapy, and progress to other members of the health care team. Collect the necessary supplies, test for equipment function, and administer oxygen, humidification, and aerosol devices. Measure respiratory care medications as ordered and administer using the appropriate devices. Perform secretion management techniques such as chest percussion and postural drainage. Perform hyperinflation techniques such as intermittent positive pressure breathing and incentive spirometry. Instruct patient on proper breathing and coughing techniques. Discuss the role of the respiratory care practitioner as part of the health care team. Apply universal precaution in the patient care setting.

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Additional Information:

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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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