AT Instrumentation 1

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The primary focus of this course is the anesthesia machine. However, all ancillary equipment, including but not limited to gas cylinders, hospital supply lines, ventilators and absorbers will also be covered. The setup, calibration, operation, basic troubleshooting, maintenance and safety checks for each is taught. Competencies will be demonstrated through written examinations, verbal explanations and demonstrations of clinical technique. Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the Anesthesia Technology program (10-541-1). Complete ANTECH-102.