RC421 — Advanced Topics in Ventilator Management
RC 421 - Advanced Topics in Ventilator Management RC 421 - Advanced Topics in Ventilator Management 5 Credits This is the 2nd course (of 2) in ventilator management in the intensive care units. Advancing assessment skills are emphasized to include patient- ventilator interaction, hemodynamic monitoring, oxygenation optimization strategies and ventilator management based on disease process and best practices. Strategies with ARDS are focused on with students gaining insight to lung protection. 2.0 Program Admission Required Yes Admitted Program BAS - RC Fees Quarters Typically inter Day Designed to Serve students in Respiratory Care program Active Date 20250520T14:16:46 Grading Basis Decimal Grade Class Limit 24 Lecture 55 Total Degree Distributions: ProfTech Course Yes Course Outline Advanced patient assessment Identify and choose the appropriate ventilator parameters and modes for the patient disease process. Discuss ventilator graphics and waveforms Management strategies and current best practices with ARDS Weaning and discontinuation of mechanical ventilation Student Learning
Prerequisites: RC410