RSPT 2314 - Mechanical Ventilation

3 credit hours. 3 lecture hours. 1 lab hours.

Preparation to conduct therapeutic procedures to achieve adequate spontaneous, spontaneous, and artificial ventilations with emphasis on ventilator classification, methods, principles, and operational characteristics.  Also included are the indications, complications and physiologic effects/principles of mechanical ventilation.   

Additional Fees: Lab $24.00

Measurable Learning Outcomes:
Describe procedures for mechanical ventilation as related to spontaneous and artificial ventilation with emphasis on ventilator classification, methods, principles and operational characteristics; explain indications, complications, and physiologic effects/principles of mechanical ventilation, and apply initiation, management, and weaning of ventilatory support.