REST 415 - Adv Mechanical Vent

Institution:

Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

Subject:

Respiratory Therapy

Description:

Includes the examination and laboratory practice of advanced mechanical ventilation concepts and techniques. Discussion includes ventilator graphics, extrapulmonary and pulmonary system effects of mechanical ventilation, lung protective techniques, neonatal and pediatric mechanical ventilation, special ventilation techniques and trouble shooting and problem solving during mechanically ventilating a patient. A selection of current ventilators and modes are presented during lab and provide hands on experience in troubleshooting, setup, control function, alarm setting and mode changes.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.commonwealthu.edu/

Phone Number:

(570) 389-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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