RTT 101 — Respiratory Care Procedures I
This course covers the administration of medical gases, humidity and aerosol therapy. Emphasis is placed on the safe handling of medical gases and safety in administration. Principles and techniques of therapeutic procedures used in basic respiratory care are covered. Also included are techniques of chest inflation therapy, chest physical therapy, breathing exercises, and bronchial hygiene. This physiologic effects, indications, and contraindications of each therapy are stressed. Detailed study of isolation, equipment, and supplies used in these therapies is included.
Prerequisites: RTT 102, RTT 110