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COURSE DESCRIPTION

RT 303 — Home Care and Rehabilitation   (2 cr)

This course will introduce the application of respiratory care principles in the sub-acute care environment. Topics will include the economic impact of acute care, identification of patient populations who would benefit from sub-acute care, modification of oxygen therapy, artificial airway management, non-invasive modes of ventilation and invasive ventilation to meet the needs of sub-acute care. Course emphasis will include development of pulmonary rehabilitation, tobacco cessation and sub-acute care plans. Prerequisite: Successful completion of previous term. (SCC)
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