RSC104 Introduction to Respiratory Disease
An introductory course in the pathology and treatment of those diseases and injuries that impair cardiorespiratory function. The role of the respiratory therapist in the diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of the patient, as well as the ability to work within the parameters of a Therapist Driven Protocol (TDP) and to develop a care plan is emphasized.
Prerequisite
RSC111 Respiratory Modalities I Minimum Grade of: C and
RSC191 Respiratory Clinical I Minimum Grade of: C
Corequisite
BIO122 Anatomy & Physiology II Minimum Grade of: C and
RSC102 Fundamentals of Respiratory Care II and
RSC103 Respiratory Pharmacology Minimum Grade of: C and
RSC112 Respiratory Modalities II and
RSC192 Respiratory Clinical II
Program Major Restrictions
Respiratory Care