RSP 220 - Fundamentals of Respiratory Critical Care

Institution:

Bergen Community College

Subject:

Description:

This is a course of study of the respiratory therapists' role as a member of the critical care team. Students will be introduced to advance management devices utilized to maintain patent airways. Students will learn interpretation of blood gases and sampling techniques. Introductory preparation to conduct therapeutic procedures needed to achieve adequate artificial ventilation with emphasis on non-invasive support and invasive support is part of this course. Students will learn procedures needed to assist the physician. Lecture [3.00].

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Prerequisite[s]: RSP-110, RSP-119, RSP-121. Corequisite[s]: RSP-210, RSP-222, RSP-225.

Corequisites:

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Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.bergen.edu

Phone Number:

(201) 447-7200

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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