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RESP 204 - Advanced Principles and Practice of Respiratory Care

4 Credit(s).

Covers pulmonary function testing and interpretation of results, arterial blood gas monitoring equipment, and respiratory pathology and treatment. The Situation/Background/Assessment/Recommendation (SBAR) model is used to examine various respiratory pathologies to enhance critical thinking skills. Additionally, quality control and calibration of patient monitoring systems such as capnography, oximetry, and transcutaneous monitoring is discussed. Course offered once a year (spring).

Prerequisite(s): RESP 203  
Corequisite(s): RESP 205  and RESP 206  
Lab Fee: $30.00
Common Course Outline: RESP 204 CCO  


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