Development of Patient Management Plans

Catalog description

Offers students an opportunity to use previously acquired knowledge and assessment skills to prepare respiratory care plans for those experiencing respiratory and respiratory-related disorders commonly encountered by the respiratory therapist. Includes how to evaluate outpatient and emergency department patients for home treatment; care plan development, including for patients with rehospitalization; rapid response team activation; or admission to ICU. Topics include concepts of respiratory and respiratory-related illnesses. Offers students an opportunity to learn how to make informed decisions about diagnostic and therapeutic interventions based on patient information and preferences, up-to-date scientific evidence, and clinical judgment (evidence-based practice), which may lower the cost of healthcare delivery. Examines skills needed for future advanced practice respiratory therapist (APRT) roles.