RC111 — Practicum I
RC 111 - Practicum I RC 111 - Practicum I 2 Credits The course is designed to introduce the first quarter student to concepts, principles, and skills in the Respiratory Care field. The course consists of teaching the new student how to perform basic patient assessment including an introduction to pulmonary function test studies. Additional topics include the importance of Infection Control practices and the application and use of personal protective devices. The operation and handling of pressurized gas systems is introduced including the application of supplementary oxygen to the patient. Program Admission Required Yes Admitted Program AAS to BAS - RC Fees Respiratory Care Fee Allied Health Liability Insurance Quarters Typically all Day Designed to Serve Students enrolled in the RC program Active Date 20240401T16:17:43 Grading Basis Credit/Non-Credit Class Limit 10 Lab 44 Total Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline Hospital Safety & Patient Comfort Fire and electrical safety Body Mechanics for lifting Assessment - basics: Evaluating respiration (VT, f, VE, VC, peak flow) Blood pressure measurement Pulse assessment Auscultation of the chest Inspection Palpation Pulmonary function Testing: Use of the spirometer Oxygen cylinders & piping systems Cylinders usage & safely O2 delivery devices Oxygen system safety Student Learning