REST 455 - Pulmonary Rehabilitation and Geriatrics

Credits: 3

This course provides an overview of objectives, methods, and expected results of pulmonary rehabilitation. Patient and family education, bronchial hygiene, breathing re-training, physician re-training, and home care will be described and discussed. Basic concepts of gerontology and geriatrics are presented.

Prerequisite(s): Admission to respiratory therapy program with junior/senior status or permission of instructor

Term(s) Offered: Spring

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