RC102 — Respiratory Care Science II
RC 102 - Respiratory Care Science II RC 102 - Respiratory Care Science II 3 Credits This is the 2nd course, of 4, in the RC Science series. This course advances the foundational concepts of RC Science 1. Conceptual topics include in-depth physiology of the cardiopulmonary system, integration of other bodily systems, and the relational changes between systems. Increasing focus on advancing critical thinking in the application of recognizing patient status and changes within the cardiopulmonary system. Program Admission Required Yes Admitted Program AAS to BAS - RC Fees Quarters Typically inter Day Designed to Serve This course is designed for students enrolled in the RC program. Active Date 20240401T16:18:43 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 24 Lecture 33 Total Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline Compensation in arterial blood gases Respiratory failure, hypoxemia, and various treatments Oxygen and ventilation indices Oxygen and C02 transport Lung compliance and introduction to respiratory mechanics Introduction to Pulmonary Function Testing Introduction to patient scenarios Student Learning