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May 13, 2024
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2023-2025 Catalog Volume XXXI Ver 1
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RTP 2600 Cardiopulmonary Testing & Sleep Studies
Lecture: 1 Lab: 1 Practica: 0 Total Credits: 2
This course provides students with an in-depth understanding of pulmonary function testing, respiratory muscle and exercise testing, sleep studies, and respiratory care in alternative settings. This course emphasizes performance, interpretation, and evaluation of various pulmonary function and sleep studies. Topics that will be discussed include pulmonary function testing for direct and indirect spirometry, diffusing capacity, calibration, equipment for PFTs and sleep studies, interpretation of data, treatment options for obstructive and restrictive lung disorders, LTACHs, and skilled nursing facilities.
Prerequisite(s): Successful Completion of Qtr 1, 2, & 3 Major Courses
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