RESP 1102 Respiratory Therapy Procedures and Equipment

This course covers basic therapeutics and equipment in respiratory care which include: oxygen and gas administration and devices, humidification, aerosol administration, IPPB, CPT, PEP, suction, arterial blood gases, bedside spirometry, oral and nasal airway placement, use of manual resuscitators and incentive spirometry. Proper documentation and infection control practices will be emphasized.

Prerequisites: Formal acceptance into the program