Course Description

Fundamentals of Respiratory Care III is a continuation of RESP 2440. Concepts of ventilator discontinuation will be discussed, along with various types of ventilators and techniques for monitoring and adjusting parameters. Evaluation of ventilator graphics will be introduced with an explanation of how to make appropriate ventilator adjustments based on graphic interpretation. The administration of non-invasive ventilation will also be discussed (3 Lecture and 3 Lab hours/week). F (Prerequisites: Admission to the Respiratory Care program, completion of Reading, Writing, and Math Learning Support, if required)
Not part of a TN Transfer Pathway.