RC 331 - Neonatal and Pediatric Respiratory Care

3 Credits

This course is a continuation of RC 327. It is designed to introduce learners to the treatment of respiratory disorders in neonates through the pediatric population. Emphasis is placed on respiratory therapies and management in disease processes.

Program Admission Required Yes Admitted Program BAS - R C
Fees

Quarters Typically Offered
Winter Day

Designed to Serve Students enrolled in the Respiratory Care program
Active Date 20240401T16:18:25

Grading Basis Decimal Grade
Class Limit 24
Contact Hours: Lecture 33
Total Contact Hours 33
Degree Distributions:
ProfTech Course Yes
Restricted Elective Yes
Course Outline

The acute versus the chronically ill child
Growth and development of the child
Childhood diseases and common injuries
Mechanical ventilation theories in the neonatal and pediatric population
Personal support skills during high stress and emotional turmoil
Cultural end of life customs and providing respectful support

Student Learning Outcomes
Describe select disease processes and their consequences

Identify full assessment procedures, including patient data based on age

Discuss respiratory care therapies in conjunction with disease

Explain non- invasive and invasive ventilation strategies based on age and disease

Compare the care and communication skills needed with the hospitalized child and supporting their families

Describe end of life care in the pediatric population