RESP 312 - Clinical Practice V

Institution:

Kapiolani Community College

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Description:

12 hours clinical per week for 15 weeks Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the Respiratory Care program. Comment: Letter grade only. RESP 312 may not be audited. RESP 312 may not be taken credit/no credit. Uniform, school patch, and stethoscope are required. RESP 312 consists of diagnostic laboratory observation and supervised experiences with emphasis on performing diagnostic tests correctly and safely. Upon successful completion of RESP 312, the student should be able to: Perform routine pulmonary function tests. Perform advanced pulmonary function tests under supervision. Observe diagnostic bronchoscopy and, under supervision, assist with procedure. Observe and assist, under supervision, with cardiopulmonary exercise testing. Observe and assist, under supervision, with polysomnographic examinations. Observe and assist, under supervision, with neurodiagnostic examinations. Perform preventive maintenance and calibrations of cardiopulmonary diagnostic equipment. Correlate anatomy and physiology of the cardiopulmonary system with procedures and techniques. Recognize, describe, and change factors that affect the quality of a diagnostic test.

Credits:

4.00

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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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