RCP 120 — Mechanical Ventilation
This is a comprehensive course covering mechanical ventilation. Basic pulmonary function tests (to include pulmonary mechanics, respiratory monitoring, airway resistance, lung compliance and work of breathing determinations) are covered. Cardiopulmonary complications, disease states and traumatic pathology seen in the Intensive Care Unit are also covered. 12 (2 lecture hours and 2 laboratory hours) Note: In addition to tuition, this course requires an additional variable tuition rate.