I var-3sh First exposure to patient care. An introduction to and practice of basic respiratory care treatment modalities. An introduction to pharmacology and therapeutics. Emphasis placed on the drugs used in respiratory care. Drug classification, action, usage, dosage, and availability will be discussed.
Emphasis is placed on neurophysiology, respiratory anatomy, and physiology.
An introduction to respiratory therapy equipment, related procedures and principles, techniques and theory of mechanical ventilation. Special emphasis will be given to oxygen delivery systems and the rationale for their use. I are continued with greater emphasis on independence. Specialty rotations are added to broaden exposure to respiratory care and critical care. The care of critically ill and physiologic consequences of mechanical ventilation will be discussed.