RC 212 Neonatal and Pediatric Respiratory Care

This course will define the role of the Respiratory Care Practitioner in the care of the neonatal and pediatric patient populations. Emphasis will be placed on physiology, pulmonary complications, and intensive care procedures. Discussion of the transport and assessment of the sick newborn and child will be provided to prepare students for training in Neonatal Resuscitation and Pediatric Advanced Life Support.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Admission to the Respiratory Care program

Corequisite

RC 212L

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Identify the phases of development of the cardiopulmonary system of the fetus
2. Describe the transitional changes in the cardiopulmonary system at birth
3. Describe problems that can occur during the birthing process
4. Summarize commonly used newborn assessment tools
5. Describe assessment techniques for predicting or identifying respiratory distress in the fetus and neonate
6. Describe concerns and appropriate management approaches in the newborn
7. List the risk factors, clinical manifestations and management approaches for cardiopulmonary disorders in the newborn
8. Summarize pathological and physiological abnormalities of congenital cardiac and respiratory disorders in newborns and pediatrics
9. Describe resuscitative procedures for newborns, infants and pediatrics
10. Explain the presentation, diagnosis and treatment of neonatal and pediatric disorders
11. Describe guidelines for mechanical ventilation of neonatal and pediatric patients
12. Discuss special monitoring techniques used in the intensive care unit