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Course Criteria
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5.00 Credits
P: AHLT F105, AHLT F205, AHLT F270, AHLT F271, AHLT F272. Lecture and laboratory course providing a comprehensive study of blood gas analysis, cardiac and cardiovascular monitoring, lung function studies, and application of these diagnostic procedures to patient management. (Spring)
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2.00 Credits
Lecture and laboratory course that examines the rationale, indications, hazards, and safe administration of oxygen therapy and various medical gas therapies. Theory and application and regulation of gas flow, cylinders, regulators, and flowmeters. Patient isolation techniques and sterilization of respiratory therapy equipment. The indications and use of pulse oximetry and oxygen analyzers. (Fall)
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1.00 Credits
Lecture and laboratory course which studies the indications and hazards of artificial airways, emergency airway care, and life-support techniques in respiratory and cardiac failure. The study includes theory, demonstration, and practical application. (Fall)
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3.00 Credits
This course studies the etiology, diagnosis, and treatment of cardiac and pulmonary pathophysiologies applicable to the practice of respiratory care. This includes the ability to analyze diagnostic data in the diagnosis and treatment of the different disease processes. (Fall)
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4.00 Credits
P: AHLT F105, AHLT F205, AHLT F270, AHLT F271, AHLT F272. Lecture and laboratory course providing in-depth study of the operational principles, application, physiologic effects, and management of ventilators. Emphasis is placed on the appropriate management of patients requiring mechanical ventilation. (Spring)
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3.00 Credits
P: AHLT F181, AHLT F202, AHLT F253, AHLT F273, AHLT F182. A lecture and laboratory course providing an in-depth study of neonatal and pediatric anatomy and physiology. Emphasis on care of the newborn and treatment procedures of newborns and pediatric patients with cardiopulmonary disorders. (Fall)
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8.00 Credits
P: AHLT F181, AHLT F202, AHLT F253, AHLT F273, AHLT F182. Concurrent enrollment in fall courses. Practical experience conducted at hospitals affiliated with the Respiratory Therapy Program under the direct supervision of a registered respiratory therapist instructor for 32 hours per week. Emphasis is on critical care therapy, neonatal critical care, and providing exposure to specialty areas in the field of respiratory care. (Fall)
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1.00 Credits
P: AHLT F181, AHLT F202, AHLT F253, AHLT F273, AHLT F182. Projects in Respiratory Care emphasizing community service projects. Prepares students to take NBRC Board Examinations through discussion, audiotapes, computer software and mock RRT and clinical simulation examinations. (Fall)
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2.00 Credits
P:,R181. Procedure for imaging human structure and their relevance to radiation therapy; topographical anatomy and cross-sectional anatomy. Identification of anatomic structures as demonstrated through various imaging modalities.
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4.00 Credits
P: R.T.(R) or AHLT R100. An overview of radiation oncology and the role of the radiation therapist. Presentation will orient students to the physical and biological basis of radiation oncology equipment, procedures, tumor pathology, and patient interaction.
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