10-515-111Respiratory Survey
Course Information
Description
Examines the role of the Respiratory Therapist within the healthcare community. Reviews the ethical, legal, and regulatory principles that guide practice across diverse populations. Introductory patient assessment and critical thinking processes used in the development of respiratory care plans are explored. Emphasis is placed on promotion of evidence-based practice using established clinical practice guidelines and published research for its relevance to patient care.
Total Credits
3
Course Competencies
  1. Differentiate professional agencies
    Assessment Strategies
    written assessment or graphic
    by answering questions about the concepts that support this competency in one or more written exams to be scheduled by your instructor at various points throughout this course
    Criteria
    examine the NBRC matrix
    summarize key principles within HIPAA
    identify the important agencies related to respiratory therapy
    describe the purpose of the agencies
    relate their role in credentialing and certification
    examine AARC Code of Ethics and the State of Wisconsin License guidelines

  2. Perform pulse oximetry
    Assessment Strategies
    in the laboratory
    with a client
    without the use of references
    by accurately answering questions about the concepts that support this competency in one or more written exams to be scheduled by your instructor at various points throughout this course
    Criteria
    select the correct oximeter
    perform all critical steps in the right order
    properly identify patient according National Safety Standards.
    employ pulse oximetry
    wear personal protective equipment
    follow safety procedures
    verbalize an explanation of the process as you perform it
    explanation presents sound reasoning as you describe the decisions you make throughout the process
    verbalize the limitations, side effects and complications of pulse oximetry
    demonstrate an understanding of normal values and what can cause abnormal values

  3. Examine the role of a respiratory therapist in healthcare
    Assessment Strategies
    oral, written, or graphic examination
    by accurately answering questions about the concepts that support this competency in one or more written exams to be scheduled by your instructor at various points throughout this course
    Criteria
    examination includes the job description
    examination includes an evaluation of the Respiratory Therapist's scope of practice
    examination includes the duties and responsibilities of a Respiratory Therapist
    examination includes the role of the RT within the healthcare team
    examination includes concentrations within RT

  4. Explore legal and ethical issues related to respiratory care
    Assessment Strategies
    by responding to legal and ethical scenarios and dilemmas in health care (format may be oral or written)
    by accurately answering questions about the concepts that support this competency in one or more written exams to be scheduled by your instructor at various points throughout this course
    Criteria
    response clearly states the dilemma in the scenario
    response includes a course of action to resolve the dilemma
    response course of action reflects competent practice within the legal/ethical framework of health care
    response includes a defense of the course of action or give a rationale for the action
    response is appropriate within the legal framework of respiratory therapy

  5. Adapt communication strategies to a diverse patient population
    Assessment Strategies
    through a role play between a respiratory therapist and a patient or by adapting strategies in a written assessment
    by accurately answering questions about the concepts that support this competency in one or more written exams to be scheduled by your instructor at various points throughout this course
    Criteria
    display verbal and nonverbal communication techniques appropriate to the population
    consider age, gender, cultural, etc. differences
    demonstrate the ability to change communication strategies in order to adapt to the situation
    adapt communication with patients and family members based on psychological issues including but not limited to grief and end of life care.

  6. Review the medical record utilizing medical record keeping and charting methods consistent with hospital policy and procedures
    Assessment Strategies
    given a patient chart
    given a patient scenario
    in an oral, written, or graphic response
    Criteria
    select pertinent data for Respiratory Care practice
    identify appropriate documentation in a simulated patient
    document consistent with hospital accreditation standards
    identify the components of a care plan

  7. Utilize infection control principles
    Assessment Strategies
    by demonstrating your skill in a lab or by evaluating scenarios
    by accurately answering questions about the concepts that support this competency in one or more written exams to be scheduled by your instructor at various points throughout this course
    Criteria
    implement standard precautions
    demonstrate proper isolation equipment application and removal without contamination.
    evaluate potential causes and methods of transmitting infection (e.g., contact, airborne, common vehicle, vector-borne)
    confine, contain or reduce the danger
    prevent cross contamination
    demonstrate the importance of Infection control procedures
    verbalize the financial and health impact of poor infection control to the health care facility

  8. Obtain a focused health history
    Assessment Strategies
    in the classroom through a simulation or role-play
    by accurately answering questions about the concepts that support this competency in one or more written exams to be scheduled by your instructor at various points throughout this course
    Criteria
    use effective verbal and non-verbal communication techniques
    provide privacy
    collect data using a designated format
    modify assessment techniques to reflect variations across the lifespan
    modify assessment techniques to reflect ethnic, cultural and educational level variations
    document actions and observations

  9. Evaluate patient data
    Assessment Strategies
    given patient assessment data
    by accurately answering questions about the concepts that support this competency in one or more written exams to be scheduled by your instructor at various points throughout this course
    Criteria
    make a recommendation for further testing
    identify normal values and causes for abnormal values
    utilize appropriate terminology in identifying patient data

  10. Perform a basic cardiovascular assessment
    Assessment Strategies
    in the laboratory through a simulation or role-play
    by accurately answering questions about the concepts that support this competency in one or more written exams to be scheduled by your instructor at various points throughout this course
    Criteria
    maintain privacy
    assess apical and peripheral pulses for rate, rhythm, and amplitude
    assess skin perfusion (color, temperature, and sensation)
    modify assessment techniques to reflect variations across the lifespan
    document actions and observations
    recognize and report significant deviations from norms
    explain causes for deviations from the norm

  11. Perform a respiratory assessment
    Assessment Strategies
    in the classroom through a simulation or role-play
    by accurately answering questions about the concepts that support this competency in one or more written exams to be scheduled by your instructor at various points throughout this course
    Criteria
    provide privacy
    assess chest and respiratory status using designated format
    differentiate between normal and abnormal lung sounds
    modify assessment techniques to reflect variations across the lifespan
    document actions and observations
    recognize and report deviations from norms
    explain reasons for deviations from the norm

  12. Obtain vital signs
    Assessment Strategies
    in a performance demonstration in the lab
    by accurately answering questions about the concepts that support this competency in one or more written exams to be scheduled by your instructor at various points throughout this course
    Criteria
    perform blood pressure, pulse, respirations and temperature
    record vital signs accurately
    state the normal range of blood pressure, pulse, respirations and temperature for the adult
    note variants in range across the lifespan
    identify possible implications of abnormal vital signs and causes of abnormal vital signs

  13. Interact with team members, patients, and families
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written and/or Skill Assessment
    Criteria
    select appropriate patient centered, trauma informed, and culturally aware communication strategies
    accept feedback in a professional manner
    share feedback with the team
    adapt communication strategies for the situation
    communicate concerns leading to the escalation of care

  14. Develop a care plan
    Assessment Strategies
    Care Plan
    Criteria
    care plan includes subjective data
    care plan considers social determinants of health and health inequity barriers to healthcare
    care plan includes objective data
    care plan includes an assessment of the data
    care plan includes a therapeutic intervention related to the data
    care plan includes an outcomes assessment
    care plan includes modification