RSPT 2414 - Mechanical Ventilation

4 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 6 hrs. lab.) The study of mechanical ventilation with emphasis on ventilator classification, methods, principles, and operational characteristics. Prerequisite: RSPT 1160, RSPT 1431, RSPT 1411 Corequisite: RSPT 1167, RSPT 2325
Course Outcomes
1 - Describe procedures for mechanical ventilation as related to spontaneous and artificial ventilation with emphasis on ventilator classification, methods, principles, and operational characteristics.
2 - Explain indications, complications, and physiologic effects/principles of mechanical ventilation.
3 - Apply initiation, management, and weaning of ventilatory support.