RC 230 - Clinical Rotation l

4 Credits

This is course 1, of 8, for rotations at area clinical sites. The course is designed for learners to care for patients under the guidance of clinical instructors. Learners will build and reinforce skills they demonstrated within the lab setting, across the age spectrum. The learner will perform a variety respiratory care patient supports and therapies.

Program Admission Required Yes Admitted Program AAS to BAS - RC
FeesLiability Insurance Clinical Fee

Quarters Typically Offered
Spring Day, Evening, Weekend

Designed to Serve Students enrolled in the Respiratory Care Program
Active Date 20240401T16:17:00

Grading Basis Credit/Non-Credit
Class Limit 4
Contact Hours: Lab 88
Degree Distributions:
ProfTech Course Yes
Restricted Elective Yes
Course Outline

Full patient assessment and review of patient data
Patient charting and reporting of data and events to the medical team
Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the medical care team
Document vital signs and reporting adverse reactions to treatments
Follow hospital policies and procedures

Student Learning Outcomes
Perform proper hand hygiene, aseptic techniques, and demonstrate appropriate use of personal protective equipment.

Complete full patient assessment including beginning interpretation of significant patient data or changes.

Accurately assemble and operate handheld medication devices.

Participate in medical team rounds per hospital practice.

Accurately assemble and evaluate efficacy of oxygen delivery devices.

Complete case study based on RC clinical rotation.