RSPT 232 — Patient Assessment & Clinical Application of Respiratory Therapy
This course expands the theory and application of respiratory therapy introduced in RSPT 230 and 231 . Course content includes advanced cardiac life support and airway management, advanced assessment of cardiopulmonary pathology, cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, home care, transport, patient education, medical ethics. Content also includes thorough discussion of labs, imaging, ECG, and pharmacology. The student will spend 24 hours per week in the hospital administering respiratory modalities. Offered Spring semester.