RC 218 Respiratory Care Clinical Practice 3

This course is the third of four courses focusing on development of skills in patient assessment, application of therapeutic modalities with critical care patients, and professional attitudes/behaviors in the clinical setting. Neonatal, Pediatric and Adult intensive care and initiation/monitoring of mechanical ventilators emphasized.

Credits

7

Prerequisite

RC 208 and admission to the Respiratory Care program

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Maintain proper clinical records
2. Participate in therapeutic and diagnostic modalities
3. Identify policies and protocols used at your clinical site
4. Demonstrate basic technical skills in the clinical setting
5. Develop competency in skills through repeated practice