Catalog 2010 - Naugatuck Valley Community College - Connecticut ...

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Allied Health/Nursing/Physical Education Division
reSPirAtory cAre
Learning is planned as a progression of increasing complexity. Therefore, in order for a student to progress to the next semester, a minimum
grade of “C” is required in all respiratory courses. BIo*H211 and BIo*H212 must be completed with a grade of “C” or better before a
student can progress to the second year of the program. Respiratory courses must be taken in the designated sequence. Electives and other
core courses may be taken prior to the designated semester. Students must achieve a “C” or better in all required courses including respiratory,
science and general education courses. Graduates of the program will be eligible to take the Entry Level Examination and the Advanced
Practitioner Level Examination for Respiratory Therapy Practitioners given by the National Board of Respiratory Care after graduation.
The Respiratory Care Program at Naugatuck Valley Community College is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory
Care (www.coarc.com). Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care, 1248 Harwood Road, Bedford, Texas 76021-4244
(817) 283-2835.
Common core course listings and definitions appear on pages 48-50. Placement testing will determine the sequencing
of courses. Additional courses may be required. The suggested sequence for full-time students is shown below.
Refer to page 49 for a listing of courses that will satisfy elective requirements.
Course No. Title Credits
BIo*H211 Anatomy & Physiology I 4
ENG*H101 Composition 3
Elective Social Science 3
RSP*H112 Fundamentals of Respiratory Care 4
RSP*H121 Cardiopulmonary Anatomy
and Physiology 3
17
BIo*H212 Anatomy & Physiology II 4
CoM*H100 Introduction to Communication 3
RSP*H131 Applied Pharmacology 3
RSP*H141 Principles of Respiratory Care 4
RSP*H180 Clinical Practicum 1
15
RSP*H151 Cardiopulmonary Pathophysiology 3
RSP*H181 Clinical Practicum II 2
ENG*H102 Literature and Composition 3
8
CHE*H111 Concepts of Chemistry 4
PSy*H111 General Psychology I 3
RSP*H270 Hemodynamic and 3
Critical Care Monitoring
RSP*H262 Advanced Principles 4
of Respiratory Care
RSP*H281 Advanced Clinical Practicum 2
16
RSP*H271 Pulmonary and
Cardiovascular Diagnostics 2
RSP*H291 Perinatal and Pediatric Respiratory Care 2
RSP*H201 Future Trends 2
RSP*H282 Advanced Clinical Practicum II 2
Elective Arts/Humanities 3
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total credit Hours 67
Program outcomes
Upon graduation from the program, the graduate must be competent
in the following areas: Psychomotor skills, Affective skills and
Cognitive skills. Each area will be evaluated while enrolled in
the program on a semester by semester basis. Learning is planned
as progression of increasing complexity.
Upon successful completion of all program requirements, graduates
will be able to:
1. Demonstrate proficiency as a respiratory therapist, as described
by the National Board for Respiratory Care and the
Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care.
2. Assist physicians in diagnosis, management and treatment
of patients affected by cardiopulmonary disorders.
3. Demonstrate the ability to apply and evaluate information
relevant to his/her role as a respiratory therapist.
4. Demonstrate technical proficiency in all skills necessary to
fulfill the role as a respiratory therapist.
5. Demonstrate professional behaviors consistent with employer
expectations for a respiratory therapist.
6. Demonstrate basic competencies in alternate care sites (i.e.,
homecare, rehabilitation, long term mechanical ventilation
center).
Clinical experiences are provided at the following facilities:
Bridgeport Hospital
Connecticut Children’s Medical Center
Gaylord Health and Rehabilitation Center
Hospital for Special Care
Hospital of St. Raphael’s
Pulmonary Associates of Waterbury
St. Mary’s Hospital
Waterbury Hospital
yale New Haven Hospital