236 JiMSUtilBMLm Junior Winiei Junior Spring ResThy 321 3 ResThy 322 3 ResThy 323 3 ResThy 326 3 ResThy 327 3 ResThy 328 3 ResThy 376 5 ResThy 377 5 ResThy 378 5 Engl 112 4 LS Gen Ed 4-5 LS Gen Ed 4-5 Math Competency Total Hrs. 15 Total Hrs. 15-16 Total Hrs. 17-18 RESPIRATORY THERAPY COURSES-RESTHY 140. Basic Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (2) A A course designed to provide the learner with the basic skills and knowledge required to perform effective rescue procedures for the victim of cardiopulmonary arrest or airway obstruction. 151. Pharmacology I (2) A Introduction to use of drugs as therapeutic agents. Includes general principles, metrics/problem-solving, autonomic and central nervous system and respiratory system pharmacology. 152. Pharmacology II (2) W Introduction to the use of drugs as therapeutic agents. Includes pharmacology of heart/vascular, renal system, GI tract, endocrine system and infectious disease treatment. 154. Survey of Respiratory Therapy (3) A, W, S This course is designed to introduce allied health and other students to respiratory therapy as a profession. It includes field trips, group discussions, lecture/demonstrations and limited lab activities. Open to all students. 214. Introduction to Therapeutic Modalities Lab (3) A Introductory laboratory course emphasizing basic patient care skills and the administration of medical gases, humidity and aerosol, and pharmacologic agents. 215. Basic Therapeutic Modalities Lab (3) W Laboratory course emphasizing patient care skills relating to airway care, artificial ventilation techniques and equipment, chest physiotherapy, and hyperinflation techniques. 216. Equipment Management Lab (3) 5 Survey of equipment used by the respiratory care practitioner in a modern hospital; including decontamination procedures, inventory systems, and trouble shooting/monitoring/initializing mechanical ventilation. 221. Elementary Cardiopulmonary Anatomy and Physiology (5) A Cardiopulmonary anatomy and physiology specifically for the entry level respiratory care practitioner. 225. Basic Patient Assessment and Cardiopulmonary Pathophysiology (5) W A basic orientation to patient assessment techniques and a synopsis of medical/surgical cardiopulmonary problems for the entry-level practitioner. Etiology, symptomatology, pathology, diagnosis, treatment and prognosis of the problem are presented, along with case studies. 227. Elementary Cardiopulmonary Technology (5) S Introduction to theory and clinical application of basic cardiopulmonary diagnostic studies, including simple spirometry, arterial and mixed venous blood gases, and electrocardiograms. Course emphasizes critical thinking skills in the application of diagnostic findings and utilizes case studies, class discussions, and extensive study guides. 230. Therapeutics & Technology in Medical Gases, Humidity & Aerosois (5) A Theoretical basis for administration of medical gases, humidity and pharmacologic agents. Relates equipment theory of operation with clinical application and problem solving. 231. Therapeutics & Technology in Airway Management and Mechanical Ventilation (5) W Theoretical basis for airway management and mechanical ventilation. Relates equipment theory of operation to clinical application and problem-solving. 232. Mechanical Ventilation Techniques (3) S Introduction to theory of different modes of mechanical ventilation, including assist/control, IMV, SIMV, CPAP, and pressure support. Initiating, adjusting, and weaning from mechanical ventilation are included in course objectives. 270. Clinical Applications (2) A To be taken Fall Quarter concurrently with the second year required respiratory therapy didactic courses. 271. Clinical Applications (4) W To be taken Winter Quarter concurrently with the second year required respiratory therapy didactic courses. 272. Clinical Applications (5) S To be taken Spring Quarter concurrently with the second year required respiratory therapy didactic courses. 273. Clinical Applications (4) For special clinical experiences, to be arranged with instructor. Limited enrollment. Permission of instructor required. 280. Independent Projects (1-5) A, W, S Special independent projects as contracted with instructor: enrollment by permission only. 283. Directed Readings (1-3) A, W, S Directed Readings. Limited to respiratory therapy majors. 292. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-6) Consult the quarterly class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. 321. Advanced Cardiopulmonary Anatomy and Physiology (3) A Cardiopulmonary anatomy and physiology specifically for the therapist level: includes material on developmental anatomy and physiology as well as the renal system. 322. Advanced Cardiopulmonary Pathophysiology (3) W An in-depth consideration of medical/surgical (and trauma) cardiopulmonary pathophysiology. Includes case studies, lab data evaluation and physician lectures. 323. Advanced Cardiopulmonary Technology (3) S Advanced diagnostic procedures and interpretive skills in pulmonary function and blood gas analysis. 326. Neonatal/Pediatric Respiratory Care (3) A, W, S Pediatric and neonatal-respiratory care with emphasis on intensive care activities, therapeutic procedures, monitoring systems and prenatal pathophysiology. 327. Adult Critical Care (3) A, W, S Advanced adult respiratory intensive care, including hemodynamic monitoring, ventilation/perfusion monitoring, pulmonary assessment and airway management. 328. Home and Rehabilitative Respiratory Care (3) A, W, S This course is designed to teach the student to assist the physician in planning, monitoring and modifying treatment and rehabilitative modalities for the home-care patient. 376. Clinical Applications (5) A, W, S To be taken concurrently with ResThy 326. Enrollment by permission only. 377. Clinical Applications (5) A, W, S To be taken concurrently with ResThy 327, enrollment by permission only. 378. Clinical Applications (5) A, W, S To be taken concurrently with ResThy 328; enrollment by permission only. 480. Independent Projects (1-9) A, W, S Student-designed, instructor-approved projects which will further develop cognitive or psychomotor skills for the baccalaureate-level respiratory care practitioner. Projects must meet departmental and professional goals and standards and must have instructor approval prior to beginning project; enrollment by permission only. 483. Directed Readings (1-5) A, W, S Student-designed, instructor-approved readings which will further develop professional knowledge or understanding for the baccalaureate-level respiratory care practitioner. Readings must meet departmental and professional goals and standards and must have instructor approval prior to beginning; enrollment by permission only. 499. Seminar in Respiratory Therapy (2) A student oriented course exploring current concepts in respiratory therapy and health care in general. Current events in respiratory therapy, including legislation, is the primary emphasis. 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