University of North Alabama
Students will have direct experiences with respiratory care equipment. A review of each type of equipment will be discussed related to assembly and proper functioning, as well as actions needed to correct equipment malfunctions. Simulated patient scenarios will address specialized mechanical ventilation and advanced life support.
3 credits
RC 336
Prerequisites, corequisites, and courses that build on this one
Complete these courses before enrolling
Respiratory Anatomy and Physiology
Respiratory Pathophysiology
Foundations of Respiratory Care
Patient Assessment and Disease Management
Respiratory Assessment and Foundations Lab
Respiratory Clinical Practice I
Pulmonary Diagnostics
Respiratory Pharmacology
Mechanical Ventilation I
Clinical Practice II
Courses that require this course as a prerequisite
Clinical Practice III
Mechanical Ventilation II
Seminar I
Advanced Critical Care Lab
Pediatric and Neonatal Respiratory Care
Clinical Practice II
Mechanical Ventilation I
Respiratory Pharmacology
Pulmonary Diagnostics
