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Respiratory Survey

Class Number: RESPTHER 10515111-1 - Respiratory Survey
Offering Status: Open
Academic Level: Post_Secondary
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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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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:
RESPTHER 10515111-1 - Respiratory Survey
Location:
1301
Date:
-
Delivery:
Blended
Term:
2025 Fall Session 1

Meetings Times

Dates Day(s) / Time Location
8/16/2025 - 10/13/2025 Monday
9:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Green Bay Campus Room HS320
8/16/2025 - 10/13/2025 Online
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

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