CRS 113 - Applied Cardiorespiratory Assessment

Credits: 3

Description
Presents cardiopulmonary disease assessment, including chest physical exam, chest x-ray, and physiological monitoring. Case studies will assist respiratory care plan development based on guidelines, protocols and pathways.

Student Learning Outcomes

Integrate information gathering and assessment skills into a Respiratory Care Plan.
Correctly perform and interpret basic cardiorespiratory assessment.
Correctly interpret chest radiographs of common pathophysiologies.
Construct pathology specific cardiorespiratory care plans according to AARC Clinical Practice Guidelines.

Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None

Graded: Letter Grade