R C 102 - Therapeutic Modalities

5 Credits

Overview of the indications, contraindications, purposes, hazards and evaluation of respiratory care modalities. Topics include hyperinflation techniques, bronchial hygiene, therapeutic aerosols and basic life support.

Pre-requisite(s) R C 101 with min. 2.5
Program Admission Required Yes Admitted Program R C
Fees

Quarters Typically Offered

Winter Day

Designed to Serve This course is designed for students enrolled in the RC program.
Active Date 20190612T13:17:59

Grading System Decimal Grade
Class Limit 30
Contact Hours: Lecture 55
Total Contact Hours 55
Degree Distributions:
ProfTech Course Yes
Restricted Elective Yes
Course Outline
I. Basic life support of CPR
II. Physiologic basis of oxygen therapy
III. IPPB, incentive spirometry, and hyperinflation
IV. Bronchial hygiene measures
V. Artificial airway care
VI. Aerosol therapy

Student Learning Outcomes
The student will be able to understand basic principles of cardiopulmonary resuscitation and apply them successfully in simulated emergency situations.

The student will be able to discuss principles of operation of equipment used to administer hyperinflation therapy, aerosols and humidification, and oxygen

The student will be able to state the indications and contraindications, goals, hazards, and means for evaluation of the therapies listed above.