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2.00 Credits
This course focuses on the appropriate and effective administration of respiratory care medications, including an overview of pharmacology, terminology, routes, techniques of administration and calculation of dosages. The NAEPP Guidelines for Asthma Management are stressed. Two hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: RTH 100 and RTH 125 Co-requisites: RTH 160 and RTH 175 must be taken concurrently.
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5.00 Credits
This course provides instruction in therapeutic procedures utilized by the respiratory therapist. Course content includes airway care, emergency life support, bronchial hygiene, and lung expansion therapy. Students practice these procedures in a guided laboratory setting. Three hours of lecture and two hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisites: RTH 100 and RTH 125 Co-requisites: RTH 160 and RTH 175 must be taken concurrently.
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3.00 Credits
This course focuses on the clinical application of science to the practice of respiratory care. Topics include common microbial pathogens seen with pulmonary infection, infection control guidelines, oxygenation, acid-base balance, and the physical principles of ventilation in health and disease. Emphasis is placed on blood gas interpretation, capnography, puncture techniques, protection of the respiratory therapist, and disinfection and sterilization of respiratory care equipment. Prerequisites: RTH 100 and RTH 125
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2.00 Credits
Selected experience in health care facilities for clinical practice with oxygen delivery systems and basic patient assessment techniques. Six clinical hours per week. Prerequisites: BIO 233, RTH 100, and RTH 125 Co-requisites: BIO 234, RTH 160, RTH 175, RTH 180, and RTH 194 must be taken concurrently.
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4.00 Credits
A study of the theories, techniques, and equipment used to achieve adequate spontaneous and artifical ventilation in the adult patient. Two and one-half hours of lecture and one and one-half hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisites: RTH 160, RTH 175, RTH 180, RTH 194, and BIO 234
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2.00 Credits
This course discusses basic pulmonary function testing and electrocardiographic testing. Basic theory and techniques for testing are covered. Students are expected to perform and evaluate these tests for use by the physician. Two hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: BIO 234
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3.00 Credits
(3 Credit Hours) A study of the anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology of the premature neonate through adolescence. This is followed by an extensive overview of respiratory therapeutics related to the care of the neonatal/ pediatric patient. Two hours of lecture and two hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisites: RTH 210 and RTH 291
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2.00 Credits
Emphasizes the assessment and management of patients with cardiopulmonary disease. Students apply the techniques and concepts learned in their first year to common disease states seen in the critical care areas. Two hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: RTH 210 and RTH 291 Co-requisites: RTH 216, RTH 245 and RTH 292 must be taken concurrently.
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1.00 Credits
This laboratory course provides the student an opportunity to apply in simulated settings concepts learned throughout the program. Students spend two hours each week working on computerized clinical case study simulations, selecting appropriate treatments and managing patients. Prerequisites: RTH 216, RTH 235, RTH 245, and RTH 292
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3.00 Credits
A study of the current theory and techniques encountered by the respiratory therapist in a variety of clinical settings. Emphasis is placed on advanced ventilatory applications, cardiopulmonary monitoring, and the Respiratory Care Professional's dynamic role in the health care setting. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: RTH 216, RTH 235, RTH 245, and RTH 292 Co-requisites: RTH 275 and RTH 285 must be taken concurrently.
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