RET 2714 NEONATAL-PEDIATRIC RESPIRATORY CARE 2 credits

Prerequisite: RET 2484 with a grade of "C" or better. This course will cover development and physiology of the fetal and neonatal lung including perinatal circulation, pulmonary function in infants, and developmental physiology of the lung. Neonatal pulmonary disorders will be overviewed and the treatment of pediatric patients with an emphasis on respiratory care techniques will be explored. 32 contact hours.