RESP 1521 - Respiratory Care Therapeutics

4 Credits

This course introduces the student to basic respiratory care therapeutics including: oxygen administration, aerosol delivery devices, bronchial hygiene methods and lung hyperinflation techniques. Specific equipment, indications, contraindications, and adverse reactions associated with each therapeutic procedure are covered. Must earn a grade of “C” or better in this course to proceed. 4C/3/1/0

Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1711, RESP 1411 and RESP 1412, BIOL 1730 or BIOL 2721 & BIOL 2722

Co-requisite(s): RESP 1522, RESP 1540