RSC 115 - Clinical Practicum I

(2 credits)

90 clinical hours; 30 conference hours
Prerequisites: Admission to the Respiratory Care Program
Corequisites: RSC 111 , RSC 112 , RSC 113
RSC 115 is an introduction to respiratory care of the non-critically ill patient in the clinical environment. This course includes a clinical component wherein the student develops the clinical skills needed to provide, assess, and recommend those aspects of Respiratory Care related to non critically ill patients in a hospital setting. This course also includes a weekly conference that presents: a) the microbiology information required to understand, implement and assess infectious processes and Infection Control measures in the hospital setting, b) components associated with professional behavior in the clinical setting c) American Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act regulations related to healthcare providers d) Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulations related to healthcare providers e) case study discussions f) ethical practices of Respiratory Care g) components of effective communication in the medical field. RESP 115 reinforces equipment theory and application discussed in co-requisite courses.