RCBS 328 - Clinical Practice Observation I (1)

Students will observe and critique competencies related to respiratory care procedures in general medical and surgical floors. Introduces students to clinical respiratory care procedures. Topics include: introduction to the clinical affiliate, patient assessment, medical gas therapy, aerosol therapy, incentive spirometry, positive pressure breathing, chest physiotherapy, and airway care. Prereqs: RCBS 310 and RCBS 312. Offered: Fall.