RSC191 Respiratory Clinical I

This course introduces students to the clinical environment and the practice of respiratory care. Clinical competencies include communication with the patient and members of the health care team; patient assessment; use of the medical record, and respiratory care procedures for the medical/surgical patient. This course meets 8 hours/week for the final 8 weeks of the semester. PLEASE NOTE: CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information), CHRI (Criminal Records Central Repository) and/or SORI (Sex Offender Record Information) checks are required prior to participation in this course. Drug Screening: Students enrolled in this academic course may be required to pass a drug screening analysis.