August 23, 2014
Angelina College
Health Careers Division
RSPT 1461 Respiratory Care Clinical I
General Syllabus
I.
BASIC COURSE INFORMATION:
A. Course Description:
RSPT 1461 Respiratory Care Clinical I: Four hours credit
A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational
theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional. End-of-Course
Outcomes: As outlined in the learning plan, apply the theory, concepts, and skills involving specialized
materials, tools, equipment, procedures, regulations, laws, and interactions within and among political,
economic, environmental, social, and legal systems associated with the occupation and the
business/industry and will demonstrate legal and ethical behavior, safety practices, interpersonal and
teamwork skills, and appropriate written and verbal communication skills using the terminology of the
occupation and the business/industry. 256 clinical hours. Prerequisites: RSPT 1201; Co-requisites: RSPT
2317, RSPT 1340, and RSPT 1410.
B. Intended Audience:
First-Year Students accepted and enrolled in the Respiratory Care Program.
C. Instructor: Becky Renfrow, MS, RRT, CPFT, CHT;
Office Location: HC II-222A
Office Hours: Monday & Wednesday 2:00 – 4:00 pm; Contact Daphne Shepherd for an appointment
if not during office hours
Phone: (936) 633-5267
Office: (936) 633-5419
E-mail Address: brenfrow@angelina.edu
II. INTENDED STUDENT OUTCOMES:
A. Core Objectives Required for this Course
1. Critical Thinking: to include creative thinking, innovation, inquiry, and analysis, evaluation and
synthesis of information
2. Communication: to include effective development, interpretation and expression of ideas through
written, oral and visual communication
3. Empirical and Quantitative Skills: to include the manipulation and analysis of numerical data or
observable facts resulting in informed conclusions
4. Teamwork: to include the ability to consider different points of view and to work effectively with others
to support a shared purpose or goal
5. Social Responsibility: to include the ability to connect choices, actions and consequences to ethical
decision-making
6. Personal Responsibility: to include intercultural competence, knowledge of civic responsibility, and
the ability to engage effectively in regional, national, and global communities
B. Course Learning Outcomes for all Sections
1. To identify professional ethics and medico-legal considerations.
2. To demonstrate the basics of asepsis.
3. To identify patient/client information for evaluation.
4. To recognize appropriate equipment needed for application.
5. To demonstrate the therapeutic procedure and modification for the cardiopulmonary type patient.
6. To obtain and assess diagnostic type procedures for a cardiopulmonary type patient.
7. To demonstrate the use of computerized medical record keeping and hand-written charting.
8. To apply the knowledge learned from American Heart Association for adult/child cardiopulmonary
resuscitation.
9.
To demonstrate the basics of function of Electrocardiogram (EKG’s) and pulse oximeters.
III. ASSESSMENT MEASURES
A. Assessments for the Core Objectives:
1. Critical Thinking: to include creative thinking, innovation, inquiry, and analysis, evaluation and
synthesis of information
2. Communication: to include effective development, interpretation and expression of ideas through
written, oral and visual communication
3. Empirical and Quantitative Skills: to include the manipulation and analysis of numerical data or
observable facts resulting in informed conclusions
4. Teamwork: to include the ability to consider different points of view and to work effectively with others
to support a shared purpose or goal
5. Social Responsibility: to include the ability to connect choices, actions and consequences to ethical
decision-making
6. Personal Responsibility: to include intercultural competence, knowledge of civic responsibility, and
the ability to engage effectively in regional, national, and global communities
B. Assessments for Course Learning Outcomes
SCANS Skills
Assessments
Foundation Skills
Required Reading
Written Assignments
Follow oral and Written Instructions
Decision making & Problem Solving
Mathematical Calculations
Demonstrated Competency in Lab
Workplace Competencies
Acquires and Evaluates Information
Organizes and Maintains Information
Applies technology
Participates as a Team Member
Demonstrated Competency in Clinical
IV. INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
The methods of instruction used in this course includes but not limited to the following:
Clinical instruction, clinical lab, group discussions, and individual and group performance.
V. COURSE REQUIREMENTS AND POLICIES:
A. Required Textbooks and Recommended Readings, Materials and Equipment
Required Textbooks, Materials and Equipment – Requires the Latest Published Edition
TEXBOOKS:
Wilkins, R.
Clinical Assessment in Respiratory Care
Scanlan, C.
Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care
Oaks, D.
Clinical Practitioners Pocket Guide to Respiratory Care
White,K.
Fast Facts for Adult Critical Care
Cairo, J.
Mosby’s Respiratory Care Equipment
COMPUTER DATABASE:
DataArc,LLC
Respiratory Care Student
PROFESSIONAL PUBLICATION:(Suggested): Advance for Respiratory Care and Sleep Medicine
Professional Student- Membership/Publication: American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC)
EQUIPMENT:
Calculator;Stethoscope;Bandage scissors; Watch with a second hand; Penlight; Black ink pen; Notepad;
Clipboard with cover top and/or 1" notebook; Safety goggles; pocket organizer (optional)
UNIFORMS:
Indigo Blue Scrub (2sets) with Angelina College- Respiratory Care embroidery
Indigo Blue warm-up top with Angelina College- Respiratory Care embroidery
White leather shoes
Name Badge for Clinical Site
Current : American Heart Assocation (AHA) CPR Card
B. Course Policies – This course conforms to the policies of Angelina College as stated in the
Angelina College Handbook.
1. Academic Assistance – If you have a disability (as cited in Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of
1973 or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990) that may affect your participation in this
class, you should see Karen Bowser, Room 208 of the Student Center. At a post-secondary institution,
you must self-identify as a person with a disability; Ms. Bowser will assist you with the necessary
information to do so. To report any complaints of discrimination related to disability, you should contact
Dr. Patricia McKenzie, Administration Building, Room 105 or 936-633-5201.
Angelina College – AC admits students without regard to race, color, religion, natural origin, sex,
disability, or age. Inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies of AC should be directed to:
Dr. Patricia McKenzie, Vice President and Dean of Instruction, 3500 South First, Lufkin, Tx 75904
telephone 936-633-5201
2. Attendance – Attendance is required as per Angelina College Policy and will be recorded every day.
Any student with three (3) consecutive absences of four (4) cumulative absences may be dropped from
the class. Records will be turned in to the academic dean at the end of the semester. Do not assume
that non-attendance in class will always result in an instructor drop. You must officially drop a class
or risk receiving an F. This is official Angelina College Policy.
3. Additional Policies Established by the Instructor
VI. COURSE OUTLINE: Description of the Course Activities including due dates, schedules, and
deadlines.
Assignments – DATE
ACTIVITY
08/28/14
1st Class Day- 08:00 – 12:00 on Campus; HCII;Classroom 221
Beginning of review of clinical Course Syllabus / Student
Handbook.
Overview of clinical data entry- paperwork/ forms and
equipment required;
Overview of required Texbooks
Orientation to RSPT 1461
Introduction of Instructors
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09/2/14
Class Day on Campus 08:00 – 15:30
Continuation to Clinical Education
Review to clinical forms
Review Texbooks for Clinical needs—Clinical Calendar
Students Uniform Store Fitting/Order Supplies 09/09/14 9:30
9/09/14
Lecture/Discussion:
1. Professional Ethics & Medico-Legal Consideration
2. Medical Record Keeping
09/11/14
Lecture/Discussion:
3. Basics of Asepis – Universal Precautions
4. Basic Physical Assessment
Information of DataArc database service
09/16/14
??Orientation: at Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital;
Lecture/Discussion:
5. Basic Physical Assessment of the Chest
6. Basic-Respiratory Pharmacology of Aerosolized Medications
Student Name Badges
Lecture/Discussion:
AM--QUIZ- I: Clinical Syllabus / Student Handbook
PM--QUIZ- II: Ethics & Medical Consideration and Medical Record
Keeping
09/18/14
09/23/14
7. Basic Equipment Overview of Knowledge
Review / Discuss quiz I & II information
Review information on Basic Asepis; Physical Assessment –Chest
09/25/14
QUIZ-III: Basic Asepis;Physical Assessment; & Chest Assessment
Review information on Basic-Respiratory Pharmacology
09/30/14
??Orientation: at Livingston Memorial System; 1:30pm
QUIZ-IV: Basic Respiratory Pharmacology &
Basic Equipment Overview of Knowledge
Review / Discuss quiz III information
10/02/14
Review / Discuss quiz IV information
Continue preparation for Clinical-Schedule paperwork & required
Objectives
Discussion : Preparation for uniform inspection
10/14/14
Uniform / Equipment Inspection:
Bring ALL required books & equipment for RSPT 1461
Review of matrics of American Heart Association for BLS
Computer Lab:
Hands on using DataArc database service
Student Assigned - Clinical Schedule handed out on this day
10/44/14
Mid-Term Exam
10/16/14
First Day of clinical rotation ( Rotation I begins) 08:00-16:00
10/30/14
Rotation II Begins
11/14/14
Rotation III Begins
11/25/14
Rotation IV Begins
11/27/14
No Class – Happy Thanksgiving - Holiday
12/02/14
Continue Rotation IV-Last clinical week
12/04/14
ALL remaining clinical data entries-paperwork is due. Last
Clinical Day
12/09/14
08:00 – 12:00 - Open Lab: on Campus- Review for Final Exam;
13:00 – 15:00 - Instructor’s Workshop & Student Outside-Class
Assignment
12/11/14
Student Clinical-Evaluation Day; Time: TBA
Any forgotten clinical paperwork will follow guidelines for LATE
assigned papers on this date.
12/16/14
Final Exam: ??09:00 – 11:00 in Health Careers II Building;
Computer Lab
12/18/14
Grades Posted by 10:00 am
Additional Specific Requirements for this Course –
COURSE CONTENT –
A. Content/ Topics –
Mandatory Clinical Competencies (when available):
GENERAL:
1. Hand Washing
2. Chemical Disinfection & Sterilization
3. Isolation Procedures
4. Medical Records
5. Charting Procedures
BASIC SKILLS:
6. Vital Signs
7. Arterial Blood Pressure
8. Patient Positioning
9. Patient Assessment
10. Chest Assessment
11. X-Ray Interpretation
OXYGEN THERAPY:
12. Nasal Cannula
13. Simple Mask
14. Partial / Non-Rebreather
15. Air Entrainment Mask
16. High Flow Nasal Cannula
17. Pulse Oximetry
INFECTION CONTROL
29. Bacteriological Surveillance
BRONCHIAL HYGIENE
32. Chest Physiotherapy
33. **IPPV
34. Coughing
35. Breathing Exercises
36. Mucous Clearance Adjuncts
37. Acapella (If available)
38. CPT Vest
39. Flutter Valve (If available)
.
B. Additional Content:
MEDICAL GAS THERAPY
18. Cylinder Transportation
19. Cylinder Safety
AEROSOL THERAPY
20. Face Tent
21. Face Mask
22. Trache Collar
23. T-Piece/Briggs Adapter
AEROSOL DRUG ADMINISTRATION
24. Meter Dose Inhaler
25. Dry Powder Inhaler
26. Small Volume Nebulizer
27. MetaNeb (If available)
28. AeroNeb (if available)
HYPERINFLATION THERAPY
30. Incentive Spirometer
31. IPPB
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
40. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (Adult)
41. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation ( Infant)
DIAGNOSTICS
42. EKG
All mandatory competencies must be completed by the last day of rotation IV for a grade of 100.
NOTE: If the student does not meet the requirements of this course of study, an incomplete will be
given and he/she will not be able to continue in the respiratory care program.
All late assigned papers will receive a zero (0) as a grade.
Instructor reserves the right to give a “POP” quiz at any time during a clinical day when
needed
VII. EVALUATION AND GRADING:
A.
Grading Criteria – RSPT 1461
Rotation - Clinical Evaluation I
Rotation - Clinical Evaluation II
Rotation - Clinical Evaluation III
Rotation - Clinical Evaluation IV
10%
Semester Evaluation Grade
20%
Competency Evaluation (check-offs),
Physician Contact grade
Average Daily grade
20%
Quiz grade(s),
Care-Plan I
Care-Plan II
Care-Plan III
10%
Topic Report grade I
Topic Report grade II
Topic Report grade III
10%
Mid-Term Exam
10%
Written Final Exam
20%
100%
B. Determination of Grade –
The alphabetic grading for this course is as follows:
A = 92 - 100
B = 83 - 91
C = 75 - 82
D = 70 - 74
F = 69 & below
The instructor may modify the provisions of the syllabus to meet individual class needs by informing the class in
advance as to the changes being made.