RET 1264 PRINCIPLES OF MECHANICAL VENTILATION 3 credits

Prerequisite: RET 1024 with a grade of "C" or better. Corequisite: RET 1485. This course will include an introduction to mechanical ventilation and an overview of fundamental principles necessary in the management of critically ill patients requiring mechanical ventilation. Advanced ventilatory techniques used in the treatment of critically ill patients will also be covered. 47 contact hours.