NSU 2014-2015 Undergraduate Catalog

439 Nova Southeastern University • Undergraduate Student Catalog • 2014–2015 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS RCP 3007 Pulmonary Disease ( 3 credits) The course provides a comprehensive approach to etiology, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis of common pulmonary diseases and syndromes. Main topics include obstructive and restrictive pulmonary and cardiovascular disorders, neoplastic disease of the lung, disordered breathing, cardiac and cardiovascular disorders, neuromuscular disorders, shock, near drowning, burns, smoke inhalation, and carbon monoxide poisoning. RCP 3008 Pharmacology For Respiratory Therapy (3 credits) The purpose of this course is to cover the physiologic and pharmacologic basis of pulmonary and cardiac medications. Preparation, calculation of dosages and mixtures and general principles of pharmacology will be covered followed by an in-depth discussion of the most commonly used respiratory drugs. This will include bronchoactive drugs, and drug groups related to the cardiopulmonary system, neuromuscular blocking agents, central nervous system depressants, cardiovascular agents, diuretics, and commonly used antibiotics, and antifungals. RCP 3009 Patient Monitoring w/ Lab (4 credits) This course provides a study of invasive and non- invasive patient monitoring techniques and equipment. Invasive topics include hemodynamic monitoring, arterial pressure monitoring, central venous and pulmonary artery catheters, as well as cardiac output measurement. Non-invasive monitoring topics include pulse oximetry, transcutaneous monitoring, inductance plethysmography, capnography, and electrocardiogram. This course will also include the recognition and treatment of arrhythmias and cardiovascular pharmacology. ACLS instruction will be provided. RCP 3011 Mechanical Ventilation w/lab (4 credits) This course provides instruction in the theory, setup, operation, and maintenance of mechanical ventilators and related equipment. Topics include mechanical ventilator theory, ventilator operation, ventilator maintenance, and troubleshooting. Lab hours will provide students hands on practice in these areas. RCP 3012 Cardiopulmonary Diagnostics and PFT w/ lab (3 credits) An overview of the various areas comprising cardiopulmonary diagnostics, including normal and abnormal pulmonary function and related technology. The student will learn to perform, interpret, and evaluate pulmonary function studies. In addition, the student will learn the operation and maintenance of pulmonary function and gas analysis equipment. Other topics include stress and exercise testing, metabolic testing, ventilation/ perfusion scanning, cardiac catheterization laboratory, nutrition, and non-invasive cardiology. Lab hours will provide students hands on practice. RAZR 4000 Leading Change (1 credits) RAZR4000 is intended for those students enrolled in the Razor’s Edge Leadership Scholarship program to facilitate their awareness of and skills associated with effectively leading others. Students will learn both conceptual and practical information to increase their leadership capacity in leading others whether individually or in groups. Prerequisite/s: RAZR 1000, RAZR 2000, RAZR 3000, and RAZR 3500. RCP—Respiratory Therapy RCP 3002 Cardiopulmonary Anatomey and Physiology w/Lab (3 credits) This course will provide a comprehensive study of cardiopulmonary anatomy and physiology. Topics include normal ventilation, lung mechanics, pulmonary circulation, diffusion, and gas transport in the blood. The course will also include the natural and chemical regulation of breathing, blood flow and pressure, cardiac output with an emphasis on heart-lung relationship, clinical applications of respiratory care and commonly associated disorders. The renal system will be included. RCP 3003 Fundamentals of Respiratory Care w/Lab (4 credits) Provides students with an introduction to the field of respiratory care. Historical development of the professions, the principles of chemistry and physics as they apply to respiratory care, cardiopulmonary anatomy and physiology as well as respiratory care procedures are covered. This course will include oxygen delivery devices, humidifiers, aerosol generators, gas delivery, metering and analyzing devices, precursors, vibrators, environmental devices, manometers and gauges and vacuum systems. Specific modes of respiratory care are examined to understand the indications, hazards, contraindications and evaluation of therapy. Modes of care include medical gases, humidity/aerosol therapy, aerosol medications, positive pressure breathing, incentive spirometry, expiratory resistance, postural drainage and percussion/vibration. RCP 3004 Respiratory Basics and Patient Assessment w/ Lab (4 credits) Essentials of respiratory assessment will be covered to include review of existing data in the patient record, patient history, physical examination, oximetry, blood gases, respiratory monitoring, laboratory studies, chest and upper airway radiographs, bedside EKG interpretation, cardiovascular monitoring, and nutritional assessment. Basic life support will be covered to include cardiopulmonary resuscitation, artificial ventilation and circulation, endotracheal intubation, airway care, tracheostomy care, recognition and treatment of arrhythmias. Related equipment will also be reviewed to include manual resuscitators, artificial airways, defibrillators and cardiac monitors.