RSPT 55G: MEDIATED STUDIES IN RESPIRATORY THERAPY VII
Foothill College Course Outline of Record
Heading | Value |
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Effective Term: | Summer 2025 |
Units: | 0.5 |
Hours: | 2 laboratory per week (24 total per quarter) |
Prerequisite: | RSPT 55F. |
Degree & Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
Transferable: | CSU |
Grade Type: | Letter Grade Only |
Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Student Learning Outcomes
- Interprets data correctly and chooses correct treatments in the computer modules.
- Identifies respiratory problems based on information provided and chooses correct tests and procedures in the clinical simulations.
Description
Course Objectives
The student will be able to:
- Describe and demonstrate advanced pulmonary function testing (PFT).
- Describe and demonstrate basic spirometry for inpatients and outpatients.
- Complete the TMC multiple-choice examination and achieve high and low cut scores.
- Complete the NBRC practice exams and achieve at least a 75% score.
- Perform the self-evaluation clinical simulations and achieve a passing score.
Course Content
The course content contains modules where students will be evaluated on information gathering and decision-making. Representative comprehensive mock exams will enable the students to identify areas of deficiency. Students will complete a self-evaluation of areas where they need to focus on based on exam results.
- Advanced PFT computer module
- Basic spirometry computer module
- TMC Therapist multiple-choice examination for high and low cut scores
- NBRC practice exams
- Self-evaluation clinical simulation exam
Lab Content
- Advanced PFT computer module
- Basic spirometry computer module
- TMC Therapist multiple-choice examination for high and low cut scores
- NBRC practice exams
- Self-evaluation clinical simulation exam
Special Facilities and/or Equipment
Method(s) of Evaluation
Computer administered and scored examinations
Quizzes
Method(s) of Instruction
Computer-based learning
The goal of this course is to develop and strengthen concepts taught in the concurrent lecture and laboratory sessions of the Respiratory Therapy program. Media materials will provide an alternative learning resource for non-traditional students
Representative Text(s) and Other Materials
No textbook required. All course materials are provided by the college.
Types and/or Examples of Required Reading, Writing, and Outside of Class Assignments
Interactive computer modules.