2018-2019 Catalog

RES-105 Respiratory Therapeutic Modalities

This is a lecture and laboratory course that studies the application of various forms of medication, aerosol therapy, hyperinflation therapy, and special procedures used in the practice of respiratory care. Indications and use of non-invasive monitors and pulmonary clearance techniques are presented. Advanced assessment of etiology, diagnosis, pathology, symptoms, and treatment of various pulmonary and related disease entities and therapeutic medical gases and pulmonary functions are discussed. Fee is required. (7 contact hours)

Credits

5

Prerequisite

RES-101

Corequisite

RES-104, RES-106 and RES-154

Department

Health Sciences