RESP 3712 - Clinical Practicum I

2 semester hours

Prerequisite(s): RESP 3403, RESP 3413.

All clinical courses require the student to integrate theory and laboratory training in the patient care setting. The focus of this clinical course is application of basic therapeutic techniques and procedures. Topics include the electronic medical records, patient documentation, patient history and physical examination, infection control, patient positioning, vital signs, breath sounds, chest assessment, oxygen therapy, humidity and aerosol therapy, bronchial hygiene and airway clearance techniques. In addition, topics such as hyperinflation therapy, manual resuscitation as well as arterial punctures, arterial lines and arterial blood gas analysis will be covered.

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