RCP 336 - Hyperinflation Therapies

(F,S)
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 3
Credit Hours: 3

Study and evidence-based application of PEEP, CPAP, bi-level ventilation, IPPB, and incentive spirometry. Flutter valve, PEP, high frequency chest wall oscillation and other methods of improving bronchial hygiene and lung volume. Acquisition and interpretation of the patient history, physical examination, auscultation, vital signs, laboratory data including arterial blood gases and dysrhythmia recognition. Collaborative activities include the acquisition, analysis and communication of findings.

Prerequisite: RCP 236 and RCP 241