RTH-220: Respiratory Care in Neonates and Pediatrics

School
Health and Human Services
Division
Health Careers
Department
Respiratory Therapy
Academic Level
Undergraduate
Course Subject
Respiratory Therapist
Course Number
220
Course Title
Respiratory Care in Neonates and Pediatrics
Credit Hours
1.50
Instructor Contact Hours Per Semester
24.00 (for 15-week classes)
Student Contact Hours Per Semester
24.00 (for 15-week classes)
Grading Method
A-E
Pre-requisites
RTH-210 and RTH-289 both with a C grade or better
Catalog Course Description

Introduces the principles of respiratory care for the neonatal or pediatric patient with cardiopulmonary disease or abnormalities. Covers anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, and assessment of the neonatal and pediatric patient with cardiopulmonary abnormalities and diseases. Offered as an eight-week course.

Goals, Topics, and Objectives

Core Course Topics
  1. Pregnancy and Fetal Development
  2. High Risk Pregnancy
  3. Fetal-Neonatal Transition
  4. Neonatal Assessment & Care of the Newborn
  5. Neonatal Resuscitation
  6. Special Problems in the Newborn
  7. Neonatal Pulmonary Disorders
  8. Neonatal Congenital Anomalies
  9. Cardiovascular Conditions
  10. Pediatric Assessment
  11. Pediatric Pulmonary System Disorders
Core Course Learning Objectives (Separated)
  1. Explain the development and growth of the cardiopulmonary system of the fetus from conception to birth.
  2. Describe the structures and the path of blood flow through fetal circulation.
  3. Describe factors that cause the change from fetal to adult circulation.
  4. Describe the factors that affect the initiation of neonatal breathing.
  5. Discuss the various conditions that can lead to premature birth.
  6. Discuss the development of complications during and after the birthing process.
  7. Describe each step of the neonatal resuscitation process.
  8. Assign an appropriate APGAR score in related patient scenarios.
  9. Compare cardiopulmonary anatomical and physiological differences among the infant, child, and adult.
  10. Describe the components evaluated during the neonatal physical examination.
  11. Describe the anatomic alterations of the lungs caused by neonatal/pediatric disorders encountered by the respiratory therapist.
  12. Explain the major pathophysiologic mechanisms activated throughout the respiratory system as a result of the anatomic alterations.
  13. Identify the common clinical manifestations that develop as a result of the anatomic alterations and pathophysiologic changes.
  14. Formulate a treatment plan for selected neonatal/pediatric disorders encountered by the respiratory therapist.

Assessment and Requirements

Assessment of Academic Achievement

Assessment will be based on course exams, participation, assignment, quizzes, and a final exam.

General Course Requirements and Recommendations

Students must pass this course with a "C" or better to remain in the RTH program.

Texts

To be determined by program faculty.

Effective Term
Fall 2019