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• RES 212: Respiratory Pharmacology

  2.00 Credits

  Reading Area Community College

  
  This course introduces students to the study of pharmacological principles related to the treatment of patients with cardiopulmonary disease. The course includes a study of the anatomy and basic function of the central and peripheral nervous systems, principles of drug action, the basic methods of drug administration, standard drug calculations, and the effects of drugs on particular body systems. Inhaled broncho-active aerosols and other agents commonly employed in the care of the cardiopulmonary patient are discussed. Prerequisite:    PRINT "Take BIO-250" Take BIO-250; Minimum grade C. (Required, Previous). | Take 1 group (Take MAT-130; Minimum grade C /Take MAT-110; Minimum grade C /Take MAT-150; Minimum grade C /Take MAT-160; Minimum grade C /Take MAT-210; Minimum grade C). (Required
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• RES 227: Respiratory Care II

  7.00 Credits

  Reading Area Community College

  
  This course introduces advanced concepts of diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care modalities including arterial blood gas puncture and analysis, pulmonary function, non-invasive respiratory support, and airway management. Clinical rotations provide students with an introduction to patient care using electronic databases. Guided clinical experiences provide opportunities to deliver care to clients. Prerequisite:    Take CSS-103; Minimum grade D. (Required, Previous). | Take COM-121; Minimum grade D. (Required, Previous). | Take RES-150; Minimum grade C. (Required, Previous). | Take RES-212; Minimum grade C. (Required, Previous).
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• RES 232: Neonatal and Pediatric Respiratory Care

  2.00 Credits

  Reading Area Community College

  
  This course prepares students with a theoretical understanding of fetal cardiopulmonary development. Content includes disease states specific to neonatal and pediatric patients as well as implementation of physical assessment and adaption of respiratory care modalities. Application of this knowledge prepared students to enter into the neonatal/pediatric critical care clinical setting. Prerequisite:    Take RES-227; Minimum grade C. (Required, Previous).
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• RES 237: Respiratory Care III

  3.00 Credits

  Reading Area Community College

  
  This course introduces the student to the foundations of mechanical ventilation and respiratory mechanics of the critically ill client. Content includes initiation, maintenance, and discontinuance of ventilatory support, and non-invasive and invasive cardiopulmonary monitoring. Students demonstrate assessment skills, fundamental therapeutic interventions and procedures in the laboratory and selected settings. Prerequisite:    Take RES-227; Minimum grade C. (Required, Previous). | Take BIO-255; Minimum grade D. (Required, Previous). | Take MAT-130; Minimum grade D. (Required, Previous). | Take PSY-130; Minimum grade D. (Required, Previous).
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• RES 255: Respiratory Care IV

  9.00 Credits

  Reading Area Community College

  
  This course applies basic and complex principles in the care of critically ill clients. Topics include diagnostic and therapeutic modalities in the holistic management of clients across the lifespan. Students will apply quality control and safety measures to practice. Guided clinical experiences provide opportunities to deliver care to clients. Prerequisite:    Take RES-237; Minimum grade C. (Required, Previous). | Take RES-232; Minimum grade C. (Required, Previous).
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• RES 265: Respiratory Care V

  9.00 Credits

  Reading Area Community College

  
  The course content applies prior knowledge and skills learned throughout the respiratory care curriculum. Students prepare for the transitional role of graduate to a professional respiratory therapist. Students apply theory and safe clinical practice to guide the prioritization of care using clinical judgement which integrates evidence-based concepts, and leadership principles. Health care delivery trends are examined. Students will be required to attend a national review seminar. This course is designed to allow the student to practice using computer assisted clinical simulation software as well as allow for a general program review in preparation for credentialing examinations. Emphasis is placed on development of critical thinking skills, specific to the discipline, and development of computer literacy. Guided clinical experiences provide opportunities to deliver care to clients. Prerequisite:    Take RES-255; Minimum grade C. (Required, Previous). | Take BIO-280; Minimum grade D. (Required, Previous). | Take COM-151 or COM-141; Minimum grade D. (Required, Previous).
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• SOC 120: Organizational Behavior

  3.00 Credits

  Reading Area Community College

  
  The formal structure of organizations will be considered. The interaction of groups within formal organizational structures will also be covered. Prerequisite:    Take 1 group (Take COM-098; Minimum grade D /Take EAP-050 EAP-060; Minimum grade D /Take COM-121; Minimum grade D). (Required, Previous).
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• SOC 130: Sociology

  3.00 Credits

  Reading Area Community College

  
  Basic theory, methodology, and knowledge from the field of sociology are the subjects of this course. Concepts such as group, role, norm, status, stratification, socialization, social control, and deviance are discussed. Utilizing various cultures at various times as examples, the understanding of social change is promoted. Prerequisite:    Take 1 group (Take COM-098; Minimum grade D /Take EAP-050 EAP-060; Minimum grade D /Take COM-121; Minimum grade D). (Required, Previous or concurrent).
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• SOC 131: Sociology (Honors)

  3.00 Credits

  Reading Area Community College

  
  Basic theory, methodology, and knowledge from the field of sociology are the subjects of this course. Concepts such as group, role, norm, status, stratification, socialization, social control, and deviance are discussed. Utilizing various cultures at various times as examples, the understanding of social change is promoted. Honors courses involve more in-depth study than non-honors courses and often involve exploratory learning, essay writing, collaborative activities and individualized research. Prerequisite:    Take 1 group (Take COM-098; Minimum grade D /Take EAP-050 EAP-060; Minimum grade D /Take COM-121; Minimum grade D). (Required, Previous).
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• SOC 210: Social Problems

  3.00 Credits

  Reading Area Community College

  
  Basic social problems, their causes, controls, and effects upon society will be explored. The course also focuses upon the identification of current social issues and the role of social policy making in implementation of social problems and change. Prerequisite:    Take COM-121; Minimum grade D. (Required, Previous).
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