RSC 225 - Clinical Practicum V

(4 credits)

180 practicum hours; 30 conference hours
Prerequisites: RSC 211 , RSC 212 , RSC 213 , RSC 214 , RSC 215
Corequisites: RSC 221 , RSC 223 ; completion of all graduation requirements
RSC 225 is a three-part clinical practicum in which the student is assigned to clinical rotations in Pediatric and Neonatal Intensive Care, Pulmonary Function/Special Procedure laboratories, and alternative care sites. The neonatal/ pediatric practicum focuses on the specialized adaptations of respiratory care modalities applied to this patient population. Emphasis is on departmental protocols, practice guidelines, POMR, patient identification, and communication skills. Maintenance of previously mastered skills is required. During this rotation, the student is assigned the duties of an advanced practitioner under direct supervision. Weekly clinical conferences focus on case studies, medical intelligence, respiratory care plans, patient education, and development of expanded skills.