RTH 100 Principles of Respiratory Care

This is an introductory course in which the students gain knowledge about the respiratory system and basic lung diseases.

RTH-100 Principles of Respiratory Care

Credit Hours:

3.00

Course Description:

An in-depth study of the cardiopulmonary system from fetal development through old age in health and disease. Topics include Respiratory Care history, cardiopulmonary anatomy and physiology, the effects of aging on the pulmonary system, basic pulmonary assessment and an introduction to basic pulmonary diseases

Prerequisites:

Admission to the Respiratory Therapist Program