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RTH 121 - Basic Therapeutics

3 Credits, 3 Contact Hours (3 lec.)

Basic respiratory care therapeutics, equipment function, clinical indications and contraindications. Includes medical gas therapy, oxygen delivery devices, humidity and aerosol therapy, hyperinflation therapy, chest physical therapy, and basic airway management.

Corequisite(s): RTH 110 , RTH 112 , RTH 121LB , RTH 156 
Information: Students must be admitted to the PCC Respiratory Care program and obtain consent of the Respiratory Care department before enrolling in this course. See a program advisor prior to enrollment.