RSPT Respiratory Care

An introduction to the field of respiratory care.

A study of basic pharmacological principles/practices of cardiopulmonary drugs. Emphasis on classification, routes of administration, dosages/calculations, and physiological interaction.

A study of respiratory home care/rehabilitation equipment, procedures, and patient education.

Provides an advanced presentation of anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular and pulmonary systems.

A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.

Essential knowledge of the equipment and techniques used in the treatment of cardiopulmonary disease.

Develops essential knowledge and skills of airway care and mechanical ventilation.

Emerging and specialty practices in respiratory care.

Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student.

Etiology, pathogenesis, pathology, diagnosis, history, prognosis, manifestations, treatment, and detection of cardiopulmonary diseases.

Comprehensive review to optimize respiratory care credentialing exam success.

Theory of clinical simulation examinations. Includes construction types, scoring, and mechanics of taking the computerized simulation examination.

Advanced monitoring techniques used to assess a patient in the critical care setting.

Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student.

Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student.

The study of mechanical ventilation with emphasis on ventilator classification, methods, principles, and operational characteristics.

A study of physical, radiological, hemodynamic, laboratory, nutritional, and cardiopulmonary diagnostic assessments.

A study of neonatal and pediatric cardiopulmonary care.

A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.