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Respiratory Survey

Credits: 3
Course Number: 10-515-111

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Course Description

10-515-111 RESPIRATORY SURVEY ...examines the role of the Respiratory Therapist within the healthcare community. Reviews the ethical, legal, and regulatory principles that guide practice across diverse populations. Introductory patient assessment and critical thinking processes used in the development of respiratory care plans are explored. Emphasis is placed on promotion of evidence-based practice using established clinical practice guidelines and published research for its relevance to patient care. (Prerequisite: Accepted into Respiratory Therapy program)

Course Typically Offered

  • Fall

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How can I use this course to achieve my career goals?

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What will I learn?

  1. Differentiate professional agencies
  2. Perform pulse oximetry
  3. Relate gas laws to respiratory function
  4. Examine the role of a respiratory therapist in healthcare
  5. Explore legal and ethical issues related to respiratory care
  6. Adapt communication strategies to a diverse patient population
  7. Review the medical record utilizing medical record keeping and charting methods consistent with hospital policy and procedures
  8. Utilize infection control principles
  9. Obtain a focused health history
  10. Evaluate patient data
  11. Perform a basic cardiovascular assessment
  12. Perform a respiratory assessment
  13. Obtain vital signs

Class Details

Class Number:
81050
Delivery:
Blended - Less than 50% Online
Term:
Fall 2024
Session:
8W1
Date Range:
-
Estimated Cost:
$525.30 *

Class Notes

  • This class is taught through a combination of in-person and online instruction. Students will attend live portions of the class at the dates, times, and location specified. The remaining instruction will be accessed anywhere using internet. For more information regarding this delivery and how to access your class, see www.nwtc.edu/blendedfaq.

Meeting Times

Dates Day(s) / Time Location(s)
08/17/24 - 10/14/24 Anytime
Anytime
Online
08/19/24 - 10/14/24 M
9:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Green Bay Campus Room HS320

* Cost displayed is an estimate and may be discounted if attendees are residents of Northeast Wisconsin Back to cost