RES 3260 Fundamentals of Mechanical Ventilation
(formerly RES 326)
Preparation to conduct the therapeutic procedures to achieve adequate, spontaneous and artificial ventilation with emphasis on ventilator classification, methods, principles and operational characteristics. Also included are the indications, complications and physiologic effects/principles of mechanical ventilation. Concepts of mechanical ventilators and basic modes of ventilation with application to clinical practice are discussed. Materials include the initiation and weaning from mechanical support, care of the ventilator patient and evaluation of cardiopulmonary status. The lecture material receives support by intensive hands-on experience with mechanical ventilators in the laboratory setting. Testing will include both written and hands-on performance. Class will meet for a minimum 4 hours lecture and 2 hours of laboratory each week.
Distribution
Allied Health SciencesOffered
Spring