RESP 2041 - Laboratory Practice/Therapeutics I

Institution:

Utah Tech University

Subject:

Respiratory Therapy

Description:

First semester course. Introduction to patient care, including body mechanics, patient interactions, and documentation. Practice in the selection, use, and trouble-shooting of equipment associated with providing medical gases, aerosol and humidity, hyperinflation techniques, IPPB, and airway clearance. Introduction to respiratory pharmacology and devices used to administer and monitor aerosolized medications. This course requires a Differential Tuition Rate which is an additional fee of $65 charged per credit hour. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Complete a patient assessment using a methodical approach and effective communication techniques. 2. Identify pathologies and disease processes using information obtained from a patient assessment. 3. Recommend therapeutic treatment options or diagnostic tests based on patient assessment and provide education to a patient on recommendation(s). 4. Describe the clinical indications, contraindications, side effects, and goals of selected respiratory therapy procedures. Course fee required. Prerequisite: Admission to the Utah Tech University Respiratory Therapy program. FA

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lab

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Institution Website:

www.utahtech.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 652-7500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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