Respiratory Care - Lancaster General College of Nursing & Health Sciences

Respiratory Care from Lancaster General College of Nursing & Health Sciences is a Campus Associate Respiratory Care degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. About Respiratory Therapists Respiratory Therapists possess a lot of knowledge on the cardio-pulmonary system. So the daily work of an RT may include: Diagnosing lung and breathing disorders and recommending treatment methods. Consulting with physicians to recommend a change in therapy , based on their evaluation of the patient. Analyzing breath, tissue, and blood specimens to determine levels of oxygen and other gases. Managing ventilators and artificial airway devices for patients in neonatal, pediatric or adult ICU who can't breathe normally on their own. Responding to Code Blue, a cardiac arrest, or other urgent calls for care in the ER or critical care. Interviewing patients and doing chest physical exams to determine what kind of therapy is best for their condition. Educating patients and families about lung disease so they can maximize their recovery Program Description The Respiratory Care Program is designed to educate students in the science of cardiopulmonary care. It is an academic and clinical curriculum encompassing full time study. Students are instructed in the classroom and at multiple clinical facilities. The program utilizes the college's Clinical Simulation Laboratory to help students learn prior to delivering patient care . The program is authorized by the Commission for Accreditation of Respiratory Care to admit students. Upon completion of the program, graduates are eligible to take the NBRC entry and advanced level (CRT and RRT) examinations and are awarded an associate in applied science degree . Mission The Respiratory Care Program will prepare its students to enter the profession with knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary for clinical competence and critical thinking in the cardiopulmonary care of the patient. The program will provide the students with didactic, laboratory and clinical learning to prepare them to obtain the registered respiratory therapist credential. Educational Outcomes Upon completion of the curriculum, the graduates will: Function as an integral part of the healthcare team. Provide patients with competent, efficient and professional cardiopulmonary care . Utilize theoretical knowledge, clinical experience and critical thinking as basis for professional practice. Practice responsibly within the ethical and legal realm of the respiratory therapist . Demonstrate compassionate and culturally sensitive patient care. Assumes responsibility for life long learning, professional development, and community service. View more details on Lancaster General College of Nursing & Health Sciences . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Respiratory Care courses.