RC - 581 Clinical Practice II

This course provides an opportunity to acquire clinical experience in the intensive care of neonatal and pediatric patients. Topics include patient assessment, medical gas therapy, aerosol therapy, incentive spirometry, chest physiotherapy, airway care, initiation of mechanical ventilation, patient stabilization and monitoring, evaluation of hemodynamic variables, bronchial hygiene, evaluation for weaning, endotracheal intubation, monitoring (invasive and noninvasive), labor and delivery assistance and transport. Students are also given the opportunity to further develop their adult critical care skills. Prerequisite: RC 571. Credit Hours: (12)