RSPT 1085 - Respiratory Therapy Procedures 1

Credit Hours: 5.00

Objectives:

1. List the common sections of a patient chart and explain the components of each.
2. Describe the components of the Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) patient interview.
3. List the categories of a patient “system” assessment done by a Respiratory Therapist (RT).
4. Perform the essential steps for Respiratory Care procedures.
5. Demonstrate how to obtain vital signs.
6. Demonstrate proper technique for auscultation, palpation and percussion.
7. List the four critical life functions and describe how they are assessed and corrected.
8. List and describe the six primary symptoms of pulmonary disease and give some examples of abnormalities in lung function associated with these common pulmonary symptoms.

Outcome 2: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to explain and demonstrate the proper use of cardiopulmonary diagnostic devices and interpret the data provided.

Objectives:

1. Describe the indications for, demonstrate the ability to set up, maintain, and interpret the data from basic respiratory therapy noninvasive monitors such as:
   1. Pulse oximeter
   2. Capnograph
   3. CO Device
   4. Transcutaneous monitor
   5. Apnea Monitor
2. Interpret the values obtained for simple laboratory testing.
3. Demonstrate the basic steps for chest radiograph interpretation and the ability to identify basic normal structures and basic abnormalities.
4. Demonstrate the ability to interpret the information obtained from a radiology report.

Outcome 3: Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to discuss the different procedures involved in the safe and appropriate administration of respiratory care and perform the different procedures following appropriate infection control and safety techniques.

Objectives:

1. Demonstrate proper technique for infection control
2. Describe and perform proper body mechanics techniques for moving objects and moving patients.
3. Describe the methods used to prevent shock hazards in patient situations.
4. Demonstrate safe use of oxygen and electrical equipment.
5. Explain how to minimize fire hazards.
6. Explain the purpose of and the information found on a material safety data sheet.

Outcome 4: Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to demonstrate proper documentation of respiratory therapy procedures.

Objectives:

1. Describe the medical and legal issues associated with a medical record.
2. Demonstrate the ability to follow a therapist driven protocol. Demonstrate the ability to perform traditional charting, S.O.A.P.I.E.R. (Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan, Intervention, Evaluation, and Revision) notes and computer charting.

Module B: Medical Terminology

Module C: An Overview of the Patient Care Process

Module D: Infection Control & Safety

1. Infection Control
2. Disaster Preparedness
3. Safety Goals
4. Body Mechanics
5. Occupational Safety
6. Electrical Safety
7. Fire Safety

Module E: Patient Assessment

1. Initial Patient Contact
2. Chart Review
3. Interview
4. Initial Impression
5. Respiratory Assessment
6. Cardiac Assessment
7. Abdominal, Renal, Extremities

Module F: Noninvasive diagnostic monitoring and testing