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2026-27 Catalog 
    
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RC 439 - Respiratory Care Simulation X

1 Credits
This course is designed to provide simulated clinical experiences for learners based on their level of learning in the Respiratory Care program.  Each quarter students will work in the simulation lab practicing tools and techniques on simulated patients.  The course is designed to both prepare students for clinical experience as well as help them integrate theory into practice in a safe environment.  In this quarter Students practice among all skills learned in the program.  This quarter is designed to help students bolster their weak areas and improve their clinical skills through simulation.  Clinical scenarios will span the age spectrum and involve a high degree of assessment and clinical acumen. 

Program Admission Required Yes Admitted Program BAS - R C
Course Note For students enrolled in the Respiratory Care program
FeesAllied Health Simulation Fee Respiratory Care Fee Allied Health Liability Insurance

Quarters Typically Offered
Winter Day

Designed to Serve For students enrolled in the Respiratory Care program
Active Date 20240401T16:15:44

Grading Basis Credit/Non-Credit
Class Limit 6
Contact Hours: Lab 22
Total Contact Hours 22
Degree Distributions:
ProfTech Course Yes
Restricted Elective Yes
Course Outline
  1. Information gathering
    1. Past Medical History
    2. History of Present Illness
  2. Patient assessment
    1. Physical exam
    2. Laboratory Data
    3. Radiographic information
  3. The care plan
    1. Make recommendations
    2. Assess outcome
    3. Revise care plan


Student Learning Outcomes
Apply Respiratory Care tools and techniques to simulated patient scenarios consistent with their level of learning.

Gather pertinent data indicated by the patient scenario.

Analyze complicated patient data integrating multiple data sources

Recommend appropriate treatment based on the patient’s history, presentation and assessment.

Create care plans based on current level of training and the patient’s history, presentation and assessment.

Practice effective communication across disciplines.

Assess emergent clinical issues quickly and accurately.



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