Respiratory Therapy Program Requirements
RST Program Requirements
| Program-Specific Courses | Cr Hrs | |
|---|---|---|
| RST-210 Respiratory Equipment and Therapeutics This course focuses on gas laws, aerosol, humidity, chest physiotherapy, IPPB and medical gas therapy. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Respiratory Therapy program. |
3-3-0 | |
| RST-215 Respiratory Pharmacology Concepts of basic drug science and their application to respiratory drugs, including bronchodilators, corticosteroids, mucokinetic agents and antibiotics are covered. The student is also introduced to other drugs commonly used by pulmonary patients. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Respiratory Therapy program. |
2-2-0 | |
| RST-223 Mechanical Ventilation This course focuses on the management of ventilatory failure, including ventilator commitment, blood gas management and weaning. Operation of common ventilators and various techniques of mechanical ventilation are presented. Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in all of the previous Respiratory Therapy courses. |
4-4-0 | |
| RST-226 Cardiopulmonary Diagnostics This course will focus on the performance and analysis of pulmonary function studies arterial blood gases. Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in all of the previous Respiratory Therapy courses. |
2-2-0 | |
| RST-227 Cardiopulmonary Diagnostics II This course will focus on patient assessment techniques, chest x-ray interpretation, and EKG interpretation. Prerequisites: Grade of "C" or higher in all of the previous Respiratory Therapy (RST) courses |
2-2-0 | |
| RST-228 Pulmonary Diseases This course is a survey of pathological disorders of the lungs. Etiology, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations and treatment are covered for each disease. Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in all of the previous Respiratory Therapy courses. |
3-3-0 | |
| RST-240 Pediatric Respiratory Therapy This course includes fetal development, high risk anticipation, newborn assessment and care, neonatal and pediatric respiratory diseases and therapies, monitoring, airway care, mechanical ventilation and home care. Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in all of the previous Respiratory Therapy courses. |
3-3-0 | |
| RST-242 Applied Cardiopulmonary Pathology This course is a study of techniques used to monitor and treat the pathophysiological processes encountered in respiratory care. The course includes the evaluation of cardiac output, intravascular pressures and tissue oxygenation. Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in all of the previous Respiratory Therapy courses. |
3-3-0 | |
| RST-251 Special Procedures in Respiratory Care The focus of this course will be on assisting the physician with bronchoscopy, thoracentesis, tracheotomy, chest tube insertion, invasive cardiac monitoring, pulmonary rehabilitation, quality control procedures and equipment evaluation. Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in all of the previous Respiratory Therapy courses. |
2-2-0 | |
| RST-253 Advanced Respiratory Therapy Theory This course is an analysis of therapeutic procedures to achieve and maintain a patent airway, adequate ventilation and oxygenation and removal of broncho-pulmonary secretions. Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in all of the previous Respiratory Therapy courses. |
2-2-0 | |
| RST-281 Clinical Practicum I This course provides practical experience in the hospital setting, medical gas therapy, chest physiotherapy and IPPB therapy. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Respiratory Therapy Program. |
4-0-0 | |
| RST-282 Clinical Practicum II This course focuses on critical care, mechanical ventilation, arterial blood gases and departmental specialty areas. Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in all of the previous Respiratory Therapy courses. |
8-0-0 | |
| RST-283 Clinical Practicum III This course provides practical experience in critical care, neonatal, medical, pediatric and surgical intensive care patients. Practical experience in special procedures and department management skills is also included. Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in all of the previous Respiratory Therapy courses. |
8-0-0 | |
| General Education Requirements | Cr Hrs | |
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| Pre-Admission Requirements | Cr Hrs | |
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| RST-105 Cardiopulmonary Anatomy and Physiology This course is a study of the gross anatomy and microscopic anatomy of the pulmonary and cardiac systems. Electrophysiology of the heart, mechanics of ventilation, gas transport and neurochemical control of ventilation are presented. Prerequisite: BCS 120 or BCS 140. |
3-3-0 | |
| BCS-120 Human Anatomy and Physiology This course will consist of a survey of the structures and function of the human body. Students will study both the anatomy and physiology of the human body. |
6-5-2 | |
| BCS-200 Microbiology
This course entails a study of the structure, growth, control, classification and identification of microorganisms. In the laboratory students will learn basic aseptic techniques and become familiar with common laboratory procedures. Current issues in Microbiology, particularly issues in clinical Microbiology will be emphasized. Prerequisite: C or better in BCS 120, BIO 160, BCS 146 or BCS 150. Concurrent enrollment in BCS 146 or BCS 150 is allowed. |
4-3-2 | |
| COM-100 Human Communication
This course provides an overview of and introduction to the study of human communication, including interpersonal and small group communication and public speaking. |
3-3-0 | |
| ENG-101 Composition I English 101 introduces students to college-level writing and thinking through personal narrative, analytical, and research-supported writing. The processes of critical thinking, composing, revising, and editing are emphasized. Students will learn basic research skills and documentation techniques. Prerequisite: Grade of NC or better in ENG 050 or satisfactory score on English placement assessment. |
3-3-0 | |
| MTH-110 Intermediate Algebra This course is an extension of basic algebra and includes rational expressions, linear equations, absolute value equations, quadratic equations, absolute value inequalities, functions, graphs, radicals, complex numbers and applications. Prerequisite: Grade of NB or NA in MTH 050 or MTH 055 or equivalent or satisfactory score on the Mathematics Placement Assessment or successful completion of TLC 035. |
3-3-0 | |
Social Science Elective (must satisfy Missouri law to include instruction in U.S. and State Constitutions) - 3 hours Social Science Elective - 3 hours |
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