RC414 — Pulmonary Diagnostics
RC 414 - Pulmonary Diagnostics RC 414 - Pulmonary Diagnostics 3 Credits This course offers foundational insights into Pulmonary Diagnostics methods for evaluation the respiratory patient, encompassing the current methodologies employed in hospital settings. Students will delve into diagnostic testing indications, acquiring essential skills in operating devices, conducting calibrations, and performing maintenance. Additionally, the course equips learners with the proficiency to interpret test results effectively. Program Admission Required Yes Admitted Program BAS - R C Fees Quarters Typically ummer Day Designed to Serve Students enrolled in the Respiratory care program Active Date 20240401T16:18:34 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 24 Lecture 33 Total Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Restricted Elective Yes Course Outline Pulmonary Function Testing Body Plethysmography FVL, FVC, MVV DLCO 6-minute walk test Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test The work rate O2 consumption, CO2 production, and respiratory exchange ratio Cardiovascular variables Metabolic Assessment Indirect Calorimetry (Metabolic Cart) Oxygen consumption and Carbon Dioxide production Sleep Study Electroencephalogram, Electro-oculogram, Electromyogram ECG CPAP and Bi-Pap Student Learning