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COURSE DESCRIPTION

RT 312 — Critical Care II Technical Skills Lab   (2 cr)

This course introduces the application of advanced techniques used in the management of the adult critically ill patient in need of life support systems. Students will demonstrate the applications of APRV, NAVA, PRVC, VC, VG, VS, lung protective strategies (ECMO, iNO, Liquid Ventilation, HFV), monitoring and parameter changes, principles of bedside pulmonary ultrasound, intra-aortic balloon pump and other forms of left and right ventricular assist devices. Prerequisite: Successful completion of previous term. (SCC)
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