RESP162

Assess and evaluate patients for selected respiratory care needs.

Perform therapeutic measures related to a diverse group of acute-care patients.

Compare and contrast respiratory delivery systems used in management and treatment of the acute-care patient.

Implement quality assurance measures for selected respiratory care delivery systems.

Manage care for two acute care patients.

Apply therapeutic verbal and non-verbal communication skills in patient interactions.

Implement basic respiratory care procedures for acute care patients that meet legal and ethical standards.

Collaborate with other health team members to plan approaches to respiratory treatment and management of the acute-care patient.

Examine the role and function of the respiratory therapist in the acute-care setting.

Demonstrate responsibility for self as learner and caregiver.