RPT 242 - Perinatal/Pediatric Respiratory Care

3 Hrs.

Prerequisite: RPT 220, RPT 221, RPT 222, RPT 223 and RPT 234
Corequisite: RPT 230, RPT 232, RPT 233 and SPH 116
This course presents the unique requirement for appropriate delivery of respiratory care to the neonatal and pediatric patient. Laboratory is required and course emphasis is placed upon a detailed outline of fetal lung development, fetal circulation, neonatal cardiopulmonary disorders, and specialized equipment and techniques, as well as general considerations of provision of care to neonatal and pediatric patients. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate the cognitive and psychomotor skills required for safe and effective delivery of respiratory care to the neonatal and pediatric patient.