RESP 102 - Basic Respiratory Care

4 Credit(s).

Introduces fundamental principles of respiratory care and covers patient assessment, medical gas therapy, respiratory pharmacology, medical terminology, sterilization, and microbiology. Students are introduced to cultural diversity relating to patient assessment and therapeutic modalities. Laboratory practice with equipment necessary to develop basic techniques in respiratory care is included. Course offered once a year (fall).

Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Program Director
Lab Fee: $105.00
Common Course Outline: RESP 102 CCO