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RTH 121 Basic Therapeutics*

An introduction to the therapeutics of basic respiratory care, equipment functions, and clinical indications and contraindications. Topics include medical gas therapy, oxygen delivery devices, humidity and aerosol therapy, hyperinflation therapy, chest physiotherapy, and basic airway management. 

3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory.

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Credits

4

Prerequisite

BIO 156, BIO 160, ENG 102, MAT 151 or higher, and two PSY or SOC courses. Concurrent enrollment in RTH 110, RTH 123, and RTH 124; and acceptance into the respiratory therapy program.