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and successfully adapting to those procedures. Upon completion, students should be
able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives. (1997 SU)
RAD-271 Radiography Capstone 1 (0-3) S
Prerequisites: RAD-211, RAD-231, RAD-241, RAD-251
Corequisites: RAD-245, RAD-261
This course provides an opportunity to exhibit problem-solving skills required for
certification. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking and integration of didactic and
clinical components. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the
knowledge required of any entry-level radiographer. (2005 SU)
RCP Respiratory Care
Admission to the Respiratory Therapy program is required before enrolling
in RCP courses.
RCP-110 Intro to Respiratory Care 4 (3-3) F
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course introduces the respiratory care profession. Topics include the role of the
respiratory care practitioner, medical gas administration, basic patient assessment,
infection control, and medical terminology. Upon completion, students should be
able to demonstrate competence in concepts and procedures through written and
laboratory evaluations. (1997 SU)
RCP-111 Therapeutics/Diagnostics 5 (4-3) S
Prerequisites: RCP-110
Corequisites: None
This course is a continuation of RCP-110. Emphasis is placed on entry-level
therapeutic and diagnostic procedures used in respiratory care. Upon completion,
students should be able to demonstrate competence in concepts and procedures
through written and laboratory evaluations. This course includes introductory
concepts of mechanical ventilation with emphasis in non-invasive ventilation and
underlying pathophysiology. (1997 SU)
RCP-113 RCP Pharmacology 2 (2-0) S
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course covers the drugs used in the treatment of cardiopulmonary diseases.
Emphasis is placed on the uses, actions, indications, administration, and hazards of
pharmacological agents. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate
competence though written evaluations. (1997 SU)
RCP-114 Cardiopulmonary Anatomy & Physiology 3 (3-0) F
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course provides a concentrated study of cardiopulmonary anatomy and
physiology essential to the practice of respiratory care. Emphasis is placed on
cardiovascular and pulmonary physiology, acid/base balance, and blood gas
interpretation. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence
in these concepts through written evaluation. (2008 SP)